Trump announces end to Biden methane rules, citing $45 billion savings

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President Trump said he will terminate Biden-era methane limits on oil and gas producers, claiming $45 billion in savings for consumers and industry.

Euronews World reported that US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday plans to end methane-emission restrictions on oil and gas producers that were introduced under former President Joe Biden, saying the move would save consumers and energy producers $45 billion. [1]

Speaking at a rally in Lubbock, Texas, Trump said the change would “unlock vast quantities of Texas natural gas.” EPA administrator Lee Zeldin argued that producers should not face “unnecessary burdens” that raise costs for heating homes and filling cars. [1]

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  1. Trump rolls back methane rules for US oil and gas industry

    Euronews World · · Full text

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