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Cut 70% of Methane Emissions to Combat Climate Change

5/10/2025

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The International Energy Agency's Global Methane Tracker 2025 uncovers a promising opportunity: 70% of methane emissions from the energy sector can be slashed with current technologies. While EU coal mine emissions have dipped slightly, the world still grapples with high methane levels from fossil fuels. Taking action now could avert a critical 0.1 °C temperature rise by 2050.

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The International Energy Agency's Global Methane Tracker 2025 uncovers a promising opportunity: 70% of methane emissions from the energy sector can be slashed with current technologies. While EU coal mine emissions have dipped slightly, the world still grapples with high methane levels from fossil fuels. Taking action now could avert a critical 0.1 °C temperature rise by 2050.