Every year on June 5, the global community observes World Environment Day - the United Nations’ flagship platform for raising awareness and driving action on the world's most pressing ecological challenges. Amid accelerating global climate shifts, this day carries profound weight for Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan’s identity has long been tied to hydrocarbons. Known historically as the "Land of Fire," the country’s natural gas seepages and iconic sites such as Yanar Dag reflect both its geological richness and its deep dependence on oil and gas. A more complex and increasingly urgent environmental challenge is the issue of methane emissions.

As stated in the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) report, methane, the primary component of natural gas, is responsible for roughly one-third of current global warming. Although it remains in the atmosphere for a shorter time than carbon dioxide, it is significantly more potent in trapping heat. This makes methane reduction one of the fastest and most effective ways to slow near-term climate change.

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