In the absence of federal climate action, several states such as Colorado, California, and New York, have become laboratories for effective climate policy. In this context, oil and gas related regulations that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve local air quality, and prevent ground water contamination have gained momentum.

This session will focus on policies that address long-term emissions challenges associated with the oil and gas sector. We welcome studies that explore state level action to reduce methane and other pollutants, collaborative research efforts on the future of the sector, solutions to orphaned and abandoned wells, as well as the role of cooperative federalism in a polarized political environment.

This session will engage experts from the industry, government, and academia on emerging approaches to address emissions from oil and gas development. We are also interested in case studies of effective collaborative frameworks in advancing climate policy.