### Question
How does the law define covered greenhouse gas?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 17272*, **covered greenhouse gas** is defined as:

> carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and methane gas

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17272*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 152-ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER VI-CARBON CAPTURE AND SEQUESTRATION > Part B-Carbon Capture and Sequestration Assessment and Framework**

