North America
February 15, 2017
Fossil Fuels | Natural Gas
Policy Brief
Pennsylvania Proposes Methane Regulations beyond Federal Requirements
Uncertainty in Federal Regulations Magnifies the Role of States in Designing Flexible Policies
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Quality has proposed new and revised general permits, as well as revisions to an air quality permit exemption to reduce methane and other emissions at well sites and compressor stations associated with natural gas operations. The proposals come at a time when Congress is moving towards repealing a federal methane rule, drawing attention to state actions.
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