Uniunea Europeană renunță temporar, la presiunea SUA. la penalizarea companiilor de petrol și gaze naturale pentru emisiile de metan - Economica.net

The European Commission advised EU governments to grant three-year exemptions from penalties for oil and gas companies violating methane regulations. This decision responds to U.S. pressures for regulatory review. The EU's methane regulation mandates strict emission measurement and reduction standards, aiming for a 45% reduction by 2030. From 2027, imported oil and gas must meet EU emission monitoring standards. The Commission emphasized that penalties should not be applied in 2027-2029 to avoid supply disruptions amid global uncertainties. Additionally, it proposed recommendations to member states for compliance solutions and sanctions frameworks.