Oil & Gas Sector Cites Numerous Concerns With EPA’s Methane Plan

The oil and gas sector is raising numerous objections to EPA’s proposal to strengthen methane limits for the industry, alleging that the agency’s consideration of cost is flawed, it over-relied on recent congressional action, the plan lacks detailed regulatory language and improperly allows federal enforcement for overly tough state standards. The arguments are aired in public comments submitted ahead of a Jan. 31 deadline from groups such as American Petroleum Institute (API). They highlight a balancing act by the industry,...