Methane, federalism and Earth’s fragile moment: Va. must take legislative action on climate change

The article highlights the critical role of states like Virginia, Maryland, and New York in addressing methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, due to the lack of national climate leadership. Virginia's House Bill 1011 aims to reduce landfill methane by diverting organic waste, while Maryland's Montgomery County seeks to export trash to Virginia landfills. New York Governor Kathy Hochul faces criticism for proposing to undercount methane's climate impact.