What is the Natural Gas STAR International Program?
The United States is a partner in the Methane to Markets Partnership , an international public-private partnership that advances the cost-effective, recovery and use of methane as a clean energy source. Methane to Markets was launched in November 2004 when 14 national governments signed on as partners. The Partnership has since grown to include 32 partner governments and the European Commission. Under this framework, in 2006, EPA launched Natural Gas STAR International, a global partnership with oil and natural gas companies. Natural Gas STAR International builds on the success of the domestic Natural Gas STAR Program, which has partnered with oil and natural gas companies in the United States since 1993 to promote cost-effective methane emission reduction activities. Membership in Natural Gas STAR International is open to all oil and natural gas companies operating worldwide. Follow the link to learn more about the Natural Gas STAR International Program.
