California SB613 aims to reduce methane emissions from natural gas used in the state.

California SB613 seeks to address methane emissions from natural gas used in the state by encouraging the procurement of certified low-methane emissions natural gas. The bill mandates state agencies to prioritize strategies to reduce methane emissions, including those from imported petroleum and natural gas. It also directs the state board and the Public Utilities Commission to apply approved measuring, monitoring, reporting, and verification protocols to existing programs aimed at reducing methane emissions.

California SB613 aims to reduce methane emissions from natural gas used in the state.

California SB613 seeks to address methane emissions from natural gas used in the state by encouraging the procurement of certified low-methane emissions natural gas. The bill mandates state agencies to prioritize strategies to reduce methane emissions, including those from imported petroleum and natural gas. It also directs the state board and the Public Utilities Commission to apply approved measuring, monitoring, reporting, and verification protocols to existing programs aimed at reducing methane emissions.