EPA's methane target is achievable but here's why more might be needed

Because lower-income regions such as Africa may not meet targets in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, only 100% adoption of the most effective methane-reduction strategy can meet the 1.5C target by 2030 globally, leading scientists say

Livestock contributes 30% of global 'man-made' methane emissions, 17% of global food system emissions, and 5% of global emissions.

The agricultural methane reduction called for last week by Ireland's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) can be achieved in Europe by 2030 and 2050, even without full adoption of the most effective strategies, according to a new research report by leading scientists.

However, they said low- and middle-income regions (such as Africa) may not meet their contribution to keep global warming within 1.5C by 2030 and 2050.