Methane Regulation: German federal government expects amendment

The German Federal Ministry for the Environment is already anticipating an amendment to the Methane Regulation, even though the European Commission has so far publicly ruled this out. The ministry is convinced that new crises could further increase pressure on the law.

26. May 2026
Umweltminister Carsten Schneider
Federal Environment Minister Carsten Schneider is responsible for implementing the Methane Regulation. (IMAGO / photothek)

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Last updated: 26. May 2026