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EPA Plans to Rescind Biden Methane Leak Policy

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it will soon take action to rescind a policy established under President Biden aimed at controlling methane leaks. This policy was focused on reducing methane emissions from oil and gas operations as part of broader efforts to combat climate change. The EPA's upcoming move is expected to have implications for the oil and gas industry, which had been subject to tighter regulations under the previous policy. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and its regulation has been a contested issue among industry players and environmentalists. The specific timeline for this regulatory change was not disclosed, but the announcement indicates a shift in regulatory approach by the agency under the current administration. This change is significant since it could reduce operational costs for oil and gas companies by easing compliance requirements. Yet, it may also raise concerns among environmental groups about the potential increase in methane emissions.