Unreported Coal Mine Methane Imperils Climate Action, Ember Says.

The article focuses on the underreporting of coal mine methane emissions by many coal-producing nations and the missed opportunities for cost-effective reductions of this potent greenhouse gas. According to the energy think tank Ember, only 23 of 73 coal-producing countries reported methane emissions in 2023, representing just 11% of the estimated 35 million metric tons generated by the sector. Methane emissions from coal mining, which account for about 9% of total human methane emissions, can be significantly reduced using existing low-cost technologies, such as gas drainage and combustion. Seven countries—China, the US, Russia, India, Australia, Poland, and Ukraine—are responsible for 94% of these emissions, with China alone accounting for 76%. The report highlights that better measurement and reporting are essential for effective mitigation and meeting global methane reduction targets. [Extracted from the article]