The conflict in the Middle East has forced the EU to compete for supplies on global oil and gas markets, which have seen a significant reduction in supply and increased prices. Against the backdrop of such global uncertainty and energy markets tightness, the European Commission is working with Member States and industry to ensure that the implementation of the EU Regulation to reduce methane emissions in the energy sector would not in any circumstance undermine Europe's security of supply. (Source: European Commission) Additional information Questions and answers on a set of recommendations to implement the EU Methane Regulation. (Source: European Commission)