As the surge in U.S. natural gas production has led to natural gas replacing coal for power generation, carbon dioxide emissions have declined. However, methane, the main component of natural gas, is itself a potent greenhouse gas, so any leaks during natural gas production and distribution will partially offset this benefit. This talk will assess data from improved monitoring of methane emissions and the role mitigation techniques and regulations play in minimizing methane leaks.
As the surge in U.S. natural gas production has led to natural gas replacing coal for power generation, carbon dioxide emissions have declined. However, methane, the main component of natural gas, is itself a potent greenhouse gas, so any leaks during natural gas production and distribution will partially offset this benefit. This talk will assess data from improved monitoring of methane emissions and the role mitigation techniques and regulations play in minimizing methane leaks.