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Colorado Proposes Sweeping Methane Rules for Landfills

8/22/2025

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Colorado's Air Quality Control Commission is considering new regulations to reduce methane emissions from landfills, targeting a reduction of up to 12.53 million tons by 2050.
The proposed rules may cost the waste industry $210 million, with environmental groups advocating for stricter measures.
Landfill operators contend that the costs outweigh the benefits. Public testimony will be heard before a potential vote.
The regulations could expand the number of landfills managing methane and require enhanced monitoring practices.

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Colorado's Air Quality Control Commission is considering new regulations to reduce methane emissions from landfills, targeting a reduction of up to 12.53 million tons by 2050.
The proposed rules may cost the waste industry $210 million, with environmental groups advocating for stricter measures.
Landfill operators contend that the costs outweigh the benefits. Public testimony will be heard before a potential vote.
The regulations could expand the number of landfills managing methane and require enhanced monitoring practices.