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Colorado Delays Methane Regulations Amid Industry Dispute

8/29/2025

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Story summary

The Air Quality Control Commission delayed new methane regulations until December due to conflicting information and lack of consensus.
Environmental groups call for stricter monitoring, while the waste industry cites excessive costs.
Methane emissions from landfills significantly contribute to greenhouse gases in Colorado, highlighting the need for control measures.
The air division countered cost concerns during the final testimony.

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Story summary

The Air Quality Control Commission delayed new methane regulations until December due to conflicting information and lack of consensus.
Environmental groups call for stricter monitoring, while the waste industry cites excessive costs.
Methane emissions from landfills significantly contribute to greenhouse gases in Colorado, highlighting the need for control measures.
The air division countered cost concerns during the final testimony.