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Controlling Air Pollution from the Oil and Natural Gas Industry

  • Reducing pollution to protect public health and tackle the climate crisis 

Announcements

  • November 11, 2022 - EPA issues supplemental proposal to fight the climate crisis and protect public health.

EPA’s Clean Air Act regulations for the oil and natural gas industry help combat climate change and reduce air pollution that harms public health. The regulations apply to equipment and activities used for the onshore oil and natural gas industry.

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  • OOOOa Reporting
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The oil and natural gas industry is the largest industrial source of the potent greenhouse gas methane and smog-forming volatile organic compounds.

Voluntary Program

Learn about voluntary methane programs for the oil and gas industry

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Last updated on February 1, 2023
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