EU fossil-fuel importers see lawmakers back 3-year methane reporting delay
( October 22, 2026, 10:02 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The European Parliament has backed a three-year delay to EU methane reporting requirements for oil, gas and coal importers and producers, going beyond the European Commission’s proposed one-year extension. Imports from countries subject to EU sanctions would not benefit from the delay. Lawmakers also called for a review of implementation and energy supply risks by July 2029. Lawmakers must now negotiate a final text with member states.Press release follows. ...
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