Canada and the European Union Joint Statement on the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres' Call to Action on Methane
Canada and the European Union have issued a joint statement supporting the UN Secretary-General's call to action on methane emissions. The nations emphasize the need for accelerated mitigation in the fossil fuel sector to meet the Global Methane Pledge target of a 30% reduction by 2030.
Why it matters
Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and reducing its emissions is considered one of the most cost-effective strategies for slowing near-term global temperature rise.
©AdobeStock/Rawf8 Reducing methane emissions across all sectors is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to limit the rise of near-term global temperatures. It helps improve air quality, supports healthier people and communities, and is a smart business practice.
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