Methane itself is a non-toxic gas but the leaks and emissions we have documented around Europe could be hazardous for human health. Methane and the volatile organic compounds released alongside it contribute greatly to formation of ground level ozone which can lead to premature deaths due to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Furthermore, other toxic gases… Continue reading The Health Effects of Methane and other Associated Gases
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Smart Policies to Reduce Methane Emissions
We advocate for smart policies that can reduce methane emissions in Europe and around the world. These fall into five core areas. Click below to read the section about each policy proposal: Comprehensive Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program Ban on Routine Venting and Flaring Regulation on Measurement, Reporting and Verification Tough Import Standards from… Continue reading Smart Policies to Reduce Methane Emissions
Follow the Source: Emissions in the Oil and Gas Flowing through Europe
INFOGRAPHIC Methane Emissions from the Oil & Gas Supply Chain in Europe View Download Upstream: Production and Processing Exploration and Production The production process is the first stage of the oil and gas flow. The oil and gas production process includes many diverse activities, such as the production of hydrocarbons from underground geologic… Continue reading Follow the Source: Emissions in the Oil and Gas Flowing through Europe
Why Methane Emissions Matter For Europe
Why Methane Emissions Matter For Europe Methane mitigation is very likely the strategy with the most potential to decrease warming in the next 20 years. The EU has primarily focused on carbon dioxide emissions, which means the short-term threat of super pollutants like methane has been overlooked. We are focused on cleaning up methane emissions… Continue reading Why Methane Emissions Matter For Europe
The Basics of Optical Gas Imaging
The Basics of Optical Gas Imaging Optical gas imaging (OGI) cameras are powerful handheld scientific instruments that are used in the oil and gas sector to locate leaks and emissions, including methane, that are released into the atmosphere. These gases contribute to air pollution, climate change, safty issues and sometimes conditions that cause and/or contribute… Continue reading The Basics of Optical Gas Imaging
