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Climate-warming methane is leaking into the atmosphere more than ever – here’s how satellites can find leaks and prevent waste of a valuable resource

Much more methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, is being released from landfills and oil and gas operations around the world than governments realize, according to recent aerial and satellite research. This is a problem for both climate and human health. That’s why the U.S. government has tightened regulations on methane leaks and, more recently, waste… Read More »