The action is one of the Biden administration’s strongest against the fossil fuel industry under provisions of a 2022 climate law

  • @[email protected]OPM
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    210 months ago

    The fees, starting at $900/ton and rising to $1500/ton are high enough that it’s a lot cheaper to fix leaks of any size.

    • @[email protected]
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      110 months ago

      Lol you’re forgetting that oil companies will be expected to self-report on excessive methane production.

      • @FabledAepitaph
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        110 months ago

        EPA, the State, and independent certified authorities can do inspections by satellite, plane, tower, and from their vehicles on the road.