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Global Methane Emissions Surge; UN Calls for Action

10/27/2025

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Rystad Energy reports that global methane emissions from the oil and gas sector increased in early 2025.
China's methane emissions surged nearly 33% in early 2025.
The United States saw a 4% rise in methane emissions in early 2025.
The UN Environment Programme emphasizes better data to meet the Global Methane Pledge of a 30% reduction by 2030.
One-third of global production now reports methane emissions using real-world measurements.

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Rystad Energy reports that global methane emissions from the oil and gas sector increased in early 2025.
China's methane emissions surged nearly 33% in early 2025.
The United States saw a 4% rise in methane emissions in early 2025.
The UN Environment Programme emphasizes better data to meet the Global Methane Pledge of a 30% reduction by 2030.
One-third of global production now reports methane emissions using real-world measurements.