Analysis

October 19, 2023

Methane is 80 times more potent than CO2 — but solutions draw little investor interest

Curbing methane levels is central to meeting climate targets


Freya Pratty

4 min read

Bluemethane founders Louise Parlons Bentata and Néstor Rueda-Vallejo

With most of the attention around curbing greenhouse gas emissions fixed on carbon dioxide, CO2’s less famous cousin has flown largely under the radar. But methane (CH4) — an odourless, colourless gas — has an alarmingly potent effect on the climate.

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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