API Pushes Voluntary Methane Program As Alternative To EPA, State Rules

The American Petroleum Institute (API) is touting its voluntary program for reducing methane leaks from gas production as an alternative to regulations being sought by Colorado and other states, as well as a guide for the Trump EPA to follow as it reconsiders Obama-era rules designed to curb drilling-related air emissions. Speaking on a July 30 call with reporters, API President and CEO Mike Sommers touted the success of the group’s Environmental Partnership initiative, which brings together some 66 companies...