Methane Emissions from the Oil and Gas Sector
The oil and gas sector is one of the largest sources of methane emissions in the United States. EPA is committed to providing resources to industry; state, local, and Tribal entities; and the public to learn about and reduce emissions of methane from oil and gas operations.
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About Methane and the Oil and Gas Sector
Learn about the oil and gas sector and sources of methane emissions.
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Methane Emissions Data
Access data and resources about methane emissions from the oil and gas sector.
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Rulemakings, Policy, and Laws
Learn about regulations applicable to methane emissions from the oil and gas sector.
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Assistance Programs and Resources
EPA provides technical and financial assistance to improve methane emissions monitoring, detection, measurement, and quantification.
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Natural Gas STAR Program and Methane Mitigation
EPA's Natural Gas STAR Program facilitates technology transfer and implementation among oil and gas facilities.
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Outreach and Events
Find a list of upcoming conferences, webinars, events, and other outreach resources.
Related EPA Programs
Additional Tools and References
Contact EPA
For questions related to oil and gas voluntary programs contact the Natural Gas STAR Program at GasSTAR@epa.gov.
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For oil and gas-related questions or comments of an international nature, please visit the Global Methane Initiative website.
For questions about oil and gas reporting in the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, please visit the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program website.
For media or press inquiries, please visit EPA’s Media Contacts site for more information.