TRACKING METHANE EMISSIONS FROM LANDFILLS NASA data is transforming how landfills are monitored and managed in the United States. With over 2,600 landfills emitting vast amounts of methane, sometimes more than oil and gas, new tools like EMIT and AVIRIS help the EPA identify the largest emitters, enforce regulations, and ensure cleaner air. Landfill operators are also using this information to improve infrastructure, reduce emissions, and save money. Methane from landfills is equivalent to nearl