International Conventions to Reduce Methane Emissions from Kyoto to Baku

International efforts to reduce methane emissions have evolved significantly from the Kyoto Protocol to recent initiatives like the Global Methane Pledge and discussions in Baku. The Kyoto Protocol (1997) was the first treaty to recognize methane as a greenhouse gas, while the Montreal Protocol indirectly contributed to its reduction. The UNFCCC has facilitated ongoing dialogues about methane, leading to the Global Methane Pledge in 2021, aiming for a 30% reduction by 2030. The Baku Process (2022) further emphasized collaboration and monitoring in the oil and gas sector. Regional initiatives, particularly in the EU and North America, also target methane emissions, reflecting a growing commitment to addressing this potent greenhouse gas in climate strategies.