Trump methane rollback seen having minimal impact on oil prices
The EPA projects the policy change would lower crude prices by 11 cents per barrel in 2027.
At a glance
- EPA projects 2027 crude prices would fall 11 cents per barrel under the rollback
- Domestic oil output expected to rise 0.09%
- Changes characterised as having minimal market impact
The Environmental Protection Agency has assessed the impact of the Trump administration's methane policy rollback on energy markets. According to the EPA's projections, the measure would result in a modest reduction in U.S. crude prices of 11 cents per barrel by 2027.
The agency also forecasts that domestic oil output would increase by 0.09% as a result of the rollback, suggesting limited overall effects on the broader crude market.
Why it matters
Methane regulations affect energy production costs and climate emissions, making their economic impact relevant to energy markets and climate policy debates.
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