European Commission proposes methane emissions limit on gas imports. Here's what to know

Oct 31, 2023

A herd of cows, with livestock being one of the largest contributors of methane emissions.

Agriculture is the leading source of the human-induced methane emissions responsible for about a quarter of total emissions. Image: Unsplash/Annie Spratt

Johnny Wood

Writer, Forum Agenda

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Methane contains more than 80 times the global warming potential of CO2 over a 20-year period. Image: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Human activity from agriculture and fossil fuel extraction are leading sources of methane emissions. Image: International Energy Agency

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