Establishes a research initiative to develop methane removal technologies.
The Methane Removal Research and Innovation Act of 2026 mandates the Secretary of Energy to create the Methane Removal Research Initiative. This initiative aims to enhance scientific understanding and develop technologies for removing methane from the atmosphere. Research will cover atmospheric oxidation, methanotrophy enhancement, biological methods, and new materials. The initiative will involve multidisciplinary teams from national laboratories, higher education institutions, and private sector entities.
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