Guidance on the application of the EU regulation on methane emissions reduction
25 March 2025
The document provides guidance on implementing the EU regulation to reduce methane emissions in the energy sector. MARCOGAZ supports the regulation, emphasizing transparency, standardization, and innovation. The regulation mandates strict monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV), requiring operators to quantify and report emissions accurately, with the first independently verified reports due by February 2027.
The regulation acknowledges that some mitigation measures may be disproportionately costly. Operators should balance environmental benefits with economic feasibility and consult regulators when necessary. Innovation remains crucial, with ongoing research focused on improving methane detection and measurement technologies.
By enforcing strict monitoring and mitigation, the regulation aims to significantly reduce methane emissions while maintaining a balance between effectiveness and practicality. Compliance will require collaboration between industry, regulators, and research institutions to drive continuous improvement.
