Environmentalists Press EPA To Make Methane Fee An Enforcement Focus

Major environmental groups are pressing EPA to make the congressionally mandated methane emissions fee and related greenhouse gas reporting requirements a national enforcement priority, arguing such a move would help ensure a level playing field for the oil and gas industry. EPA should “consider whether the [fee] and reporting under the [GHG Reporting Program (GHGRP)], including subpart W [covering oil and gas facilities], qualifies as a National Enforcement and Compliance Initiative (NECI) for fiscal years 2024-2027,” six environmental groups write...