France seeks delays on methane rules

The article focused on French President Emmanuel Macron's call to delay the implementation of European rules on methane emissions and fuel quality improvements, amid Europe's energy supply deterioration. He proposed extending the deadline by one year until January 2028, due to concerns over potential legal risks for importers amidst ongoing supply shortages, as well as the need to ease certain fuel standards to increase production by up to 20%. He also suggested greater flexibility in blending biofuels, as dependence on imports from the Middle East grows—accounting for 36% of kerosene imports and 18% of diesel—to support energy supplies amid the current crisis. These moves come amid widespread internal pressure on the French government, especially with the 2027 presidential elections approaching.

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