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    The Global Flaring and Methane  Reduction Partnership (GFMR) has conducted a detailed review of regulatory frameworks governing fugitive methane emissions, and gas flaring and venting in 31 jurisdictions. Click on the flare icons below to learn more about flaring and venting regulations in each country. 
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