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Tag: Methane
Russian Coal Mine Responsible for Huge Methane Leaks
In January, a satellite detected 13 plumes of methane, a potent planet-warming gas, coming from the largest coal mine in Russia.
Donors Pledge $41 Million to Monitor Thawing Arctic Permafrost
The six-year effort by climate scientists and policy experts aims to fill gaps in knowledge about planet-warming emissions and help affected communities in Alaska.
Methane Emissions Soared to a Record in 2021, NOAA Says
For the second year in a row, concentrations of the potent planet-warming gas jumped by the largest amount since measurements began four decades ago.
Methane Leaks Plague New Mexico Oil and Gas Wells
An analysis found leaks of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, from oil and gas drilling in the Permian Basin were many times higher than government estimates.
With Methane and Forest Deals, Climate Summit Offers Hope After Gloomy Start
Agreements to reduce methane gas emissions and protect the world’s forests were reached Tuesday at the U.N.-sponsored meeting, as President Biden chided the leaders of Russia and China for not showing up.
The Climate Desk Looks Ahead to 2021
After a year when climate-related disasters seemed to become the norm, the team will be monitoring a 2021 that is pivotal for the world.
China’s Coal Plants Haven’t Cut Methane Emissions as Required, Study Finds
China in 2010 promised to curb methane emissions. In the first five years, it failed to keep its promise, according to new research based on satellite data.