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Why methane emissions matter to climate change: 5 questions answered

  • Written by Anthony J. Marchese, Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering; Director, Engines and Energy Conversion Laboratory; Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Energy Institute Affiliate Faculty, Col
A powerful heat-trapping gas, methane is released from the natural gas delivery infrastructure.AP Photo/Brennan Linsley

The EPA on Aug. 29 unveiled a proposal to rescind regulations to limit methane emissions from the oil and gas industry. Critics said the rollback will worsen climate change and air quality. Reaction from energy companies varied,...

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