EPA Methane Fee & Flaring Deadlines in 2026: What Oil & Gas Operators Need to Do Right Now

The Waste Emissions Charge is paused until 2034 but still exists in statute. The OOOOb/OOOOc routine flaring restrictions and monitoring requirements are already in force. A practical guide for US oil and gas operators on Subpart W reporting, flare and vapor recovery infrastructure, and staying ahead of the next EPA reversal.