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In the oil and gas sector, a few large emissions have a disproportionate contribution to total emissions. The challenge lies in identifying the sources of these large emissions. Globally, satellite data are increasingly being used to address this
In theory, natural gas is 'cleaner' than coal, but while producing the gas a certain amount of methane ( a greenhouse gas) leaks into the atmosphere.
A closer look shows urban landfills are among the top contributors.
Methane is responsible for almost a quarter of global warming. Unreliable emissions inventories complicate climate change mitigation efforts, says a study.
Many countries are underestimating their greenhouse gas emissions, particularly of methane, independent estimations have shown, complicating climate change mitigation endeavours