SB 613: Methane emissions: petroleum and natural gas producing low methane emissions.

This bill aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in California. It requires state agencies to prioritize strategies to reduce methane emissions, including those from imported petroleum and natural gas, where feasible and cost-effective. The state board is encouraged to promote the procurement of certified natural gas that produces low methane emissions. The bill also allows agencies to apply approved protocols to measure, monitor, and verify methane emissions from imported petroleum and natural gas, as well as other large gas users. These protocols can use existing emissions data, models, or standards. The goal is to reduce methane emissions and contribute to overall greenhouse gas reduction efforts.