EU lawmakers voted to delay the bloc’s methane law, with the European People’s Party joining far-right groups, Politico Europe reported. Lawmakers said the position balances climate ambitions with easing supplies amid turmoil in energy security; the EPP sought a three-year halt to the law.
WHO:EU lawmakers; the European People’s Party (EPP)
WHAT:EU lawmakers voted to delay the EU methane law.
WHEN:Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 8:11 AM ET
WHERE:European Union
WHY:Lawmakers said the position balances climate ambitions with easing supplies amid turmoil in energy security.
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