Canada has finalized regulations to cut methane emissions from the oil and gas sector by 75% relative to 2014 levels by 2035. The new rules, starting in 2028, will ban routine venting and mandate stricter infrastructure inspections to repair leaks. While the timeline was slightly extended to assist industry compliance, the policy remains a cornerstone of the government’s climate strategy.
Date: December 16, 2025. Source: aljazeera.com