Massachusetts S2092 amends methane accounting to ensure truthful reporting of greenhouse gas emissions.

Massachusetts S2092 amends the definition of "Carbon dioxide equivalent" and "Statewide greenhouse gas emissions" to ensure accurate methane accounting. It requires the Department of Environmental Protection to review and update carbon dioxide equivalents and factors impacting statewide greenhouse gas emissions every three years, retroactive to 1990. The bill also mandates the department to consult with the secretary on periodic review and updates of emission reporting requirements and to promote consistency among state, federal, and international greenhouse gas emissions reporting programs.

Massachusetts S2092 amends methane accounting to ensure truthful reporting of greenhouse gas emissions.

Massachusetts S2092 amends the definition of "Carbon dioxide equivalent" and "Statewide greenhouse gas emissions" to ensure accurate methane accounting. It requires the Department of Environmental Protection to review and update carbon dioxide equivalents and factors impacting statewide greenhouse gas emissions every three years, retroactive to 1990. The bill also mandates the department to consult with the secretary on periodic review and updates of emission reporting requirements and to promote consistency among state, federal, and international greenhouse gas emissions reporting programs.