EU Backs One-Year Methane Rules Delay

European Union countries have agreed to delay methane reporting rules for energy importers by one year to 2028. The decision addresses energy market disruptions linked to the conflict involving Iran.

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European Union governments agreed on Friday to delay reporting rules for oil, gas, and coal importers by one year to January 1, 2028. The postponement aims to ease energy market disruptions linked to the conflict involving United States and Iran alongside Israel. Energy prices across Europe have risen due to supply pressures stemming from the regional war.