Russia Is Keeping Unsold Gas Underground Rather Than Flaring It
- Analysis of satellite data shows no jump in flaring at fields
- EU officials have voiced concerns about environmental impacts
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The economic impact of Russia’s gas shutoff is dominating European politics, but there are also concerns about the environmental consequences.
Officials from the bloc fear that Gazprom PJSC could be burning off fuel at its fields instead of exporting it to Europe. The evidence indicates those concerns are unfounded.