Anunţ de la Ursula von der Leyen despre noile norme UE 2028 privind emisiile de metan - Economica.net

The European Commission plans to grant fossil fuel exporters an additional year to comply with methane emission regulations to help reduce energy prices. Ursula von der Leyen announced this measure, emphasizing the need to prevent extra costs during a crisis. The EU regulation requires gas and oil importers to monitor and report methane emissions starting January 2027, but it faces opposition from hydrocarbon-producing countries like the U.S. The Commission previously relaxed penalties for non-compliance and aims to initiate a strategic dialogue on European refineries to lower costs. Amid rising fuel prices due to geopolitical tensions, France's President Macron has also requested a delay in methane regulations. Environmental NGOs oppose weakening the regulation, arguing it won't lower energy costs and is crucial for addressing climate change.