Brussels, September 28, 2026 — The European Commission is planning to postpone the entry into force of the European Union’s methane emissions regulation, according to a Commission spokesperson.
The decision follows calls from several governments, including France, for more time to address concerns surrounding the regulation. The Commission has not yet specified how long the postponement would last.
The EU’s methane regulation is part of the bloc’s wider efforts to reduce methane emissions from the energy sector. Methane is a major greenhouse gas and is considered an important target in efforts to slow global warming.
The planned delay is expected to be discussed further as EU institutions and member states assess the implementation of the rules and their impact on the energy sector.
The European Commission said it would propose a postponement, while further details on the timing and scope of the change are expected to follow.
Source: Reuters / European Commission
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