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The Methane to Markets Partnership is an international initiative that advances cost-effective, near-term methane recovery and use as a clean energy source. The goal of the Partnership is to reduce global methane emissions in order to enhance economic growth, strengthen energy security, improve air quality, improve industrial safety, and reduce emissions of greenhouse gases.
• Basic Information: Why is methane important and expected results.
• Partnership: Overview, participation, sectors, and related EPA voluntary programs.
• Accomplishments: Methane to Markets activities supported by the U.S. government.
• Newsroom: Partnership and voluntary program newsletters, press releases, and events.
• Frequent Questions: answers about methane, its role in climate change, and the Methane to Markets Partnership.
The primary focus of this Web site is the U.S. role in the Methane to Markets Partnership and how the individual partner programs; AgSTAR, CMOP, GasSTAR, and LMOP; support the partnership. The International Methane to Markets Partnership Web site contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on Partnership activities.
