Tuesday, October 4, 2022

The Nord Stream pipelines have stopped leaking. But the methane emitted broke records

This is one of several leaks in the Nord Stream pipelines running between Russia and Germany. Methane from the leaks could have a powerful warming effect on the Earth

The Nord Stream pipeline leak might be the single largest release of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Experts say it pales in comparison to ongoing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.

(Image credit: AP)

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