After giving a concise overview of the penalty provisions in the EU Methane Regulation (EU-MER), this paper counters the scaremongering narrative promoted by fossil energy groups that the EU-MER creates "unmanageable liability" for EU fossil-fuel importers through fines of up to 20% of annual turnover.

Ecologic Institute supports Climate Action Network Europe by providing expert input on the penalty regime for violations of the EU Methane Emissions Regulation (EU-MER).