Hello everyone.
Methane emissions are a threat, and an urgent one. But we are lagging behind in addressing them. Article form Reuters with useful information on this.
Are there any members working with any projects or investing in projects addressing/decreasing methane emissions? Would be interesting to hear from you.
Full article here
Overview:
The article highlights the significant role of methane emissions in the agricultural sector, particularly from beef and dairy industries, which are responsible for 70% of agricultural methane emissions. Despite agriculture being the largest methane emitter, with enteric methane from cow burps as the biggest culprit, only 16 countries have set reduction targets for this sector. The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) emphasizes the importance of addressing methane emissions to slow down global warming. At COP26, over 100 countries committed to the Global Methane Pledge, aiming for a 30% reduction in global methane emissions by 2030. However, most legislative efforts have focused on the energy sector, overlooking the agricultural contributions.
FAIRR, an investor initiative, points out the lack of specific methane reduction targets among major protein producers, with only a few companies publicly reporting their methane emissions. Nevertheless, the Dairy Methane Action Alliance (DMAA) has seen several brands commit to reporting and reducing their methane emissions. Innovations such as the feed supplement Bovaer, which reduces methane emissions in dairy cows by 30% and feedlot beef cattle by 45%, and other supplements like Methane Tamer, show promise in addressing methane emissions. However, there are challenges related to the cost and approval processes for these supplements. The article stresses the need for holistic approaches, including better herd management and selective breeding, and highlights the importance of regulatory support to drive industry-wide changes.
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Aya Pariy
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