2023 brought a flurry of methane rulemaking, and that trend is expected to continue in 2024.
With a deep understanding of the energy industry and a broad skill set, Montrose proudly offers integrated solutions for addressing methane challenges in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. We take a comprehensive approach to methane emissions measurement, management, and reduction, from strategy and program development to boots-on-the-ground methane quantification. Our interdisciplinary team’s knowledge and experience provide our clients with holistic, fit-for-purpose methane solutions.
Contact us to uncover the methane solution that meets your needs today and tomorrow.
OUR COMPREHENSIVE METHANE SOLUTION
Emissions Detection and Measurement
- Strategic planning and direct measurement of fugitives, vents, flares, and incomplete combustion sources
- Technology-agnostic sampling technology evaluation
- Measurement and/or monitoring program management
- Comprehensive test reports aligned with regulatory or voluntary sustainability framework requirements
- Continuous Methane Monitoring Systems (CMMS) evaluation and deployment
Measurement-Informed Emission Calculation Support
- Baseline emissions quantification
- Asset- and source-level materiality analyses
- Custom emission factor development
- Emissions inventory and materiality revisions
- Site-wide emissions reconciliation
- Gap assessments
Data Management and Visualization
- Technology-agnostic sensing and measurement data aggregation and visualization through Sensible EDP (Environmental Data Platform)
- Integration with existing operations and environmental platforms
- Targeted alerts based on detection alarm conditions
- Statistical data analysis to assist in data-driven decision-making
Methane Mitigation Initiative Support and Implementation
- Evaluation of sustainability frameworks (OGMP 2.0, MiQ, Equitable Origin, Trustwell, and Veritas)
- Implementation plans
- Goal and target setting (methane intensity, carbon intensity, and Net Zero)
- Methane intensity evaluation and peer benchmarking
- Emission reduction planning, including marginal abatement cost curves (MACCs)
- Stakeholder engagement and internal education and policy development
Community Outreach and Engagement
- Environmental Justice program development and review
- Public health risk assessment
- Super-emitter affirmative defense preparation
Emission Reporting Support
- Electronic reporting submittal tools
- Annual sustainability reporting
- Data collection and validation support
- Reporting tool updates based on applicable regulations and requirements
Permitting and Compliance
- State and federal regulatory compliance
- Regulatory reporting
- Site investigations
- Environmental monitoring
- Pipeline, drilling, and construction permitting
- Expert testimony
Methane Perspectives
OGMP 2.0: Developing a Credible Implementation Plan
In Part 2 of our OGMP blog series, our Sustainability and Climate Advisory team share their best practices and lessons learned through helping clients develop their OGMP 2.0 implementation plans and achieve Gold Standard.
OGMP 2.0: The What and the Why
Hearing the buzz about the voluntary methane reduction program getting big press as it attracts new member companies? Curious about OGMP 2.0 annual reporting and implementation plan deadlines? In the first of a series of blogs, Justin Merryman, Senior Associate, Direct Measurements, breaks down the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0 – what it is, its potential benefits, and how to effectively implement. Read on to learn more about the framework!
How to Plan for Quad-Ob and Quad-Oc LDAR Compliance in 2024
In this blog, we delve into our guide on how to navigate the intricate EPA regulations set to go into effect in 2024.
The Methane Regulations You Need to Know in 2024
Delve into the impactful methane rulemaking of 2023, with expectations extending into 2024. Uncover key insights into recent methane regulations and proposed legislation shaping environmental policies.
Monitor and Manage Methane Emissions with SEMTECH® HI-FLOW 2 from Sensors, Inc.
For more than half a century, Sensors, Inc. has been known for its high-quality gas emission and particulate measurement products under the SEMTECH® brand in the automotive industry. Recently, the company has expanded its expertise into the oil and gas industry.
Choose Mobile Methane Emissions Monitoring for Better Accuracy and Convenience
Reduction in methane emissions has been a hot topic of conversation recently, especially in the oil and gas sector.
The Proposed Pennsylvania Methane Rule for Oil & Gas, Explained
Here’s your breakdown of the new methane rules proposed by the state of PA and what you should do next.
Optical Gas Imaging: Navigating New EPA Methane Rules and Making Detection Quicker, Easier, More Affordable
Learn more about how a recent U.S. EPA proposed rule gives the option to utilize Optical Gas Imaging for fugitive emissions detection.
Download Methane Flysheet
Integrated Methane Solutions
Our interdisciplinary team’s knowledge and experience provide our clients with holistic, fit-for-purpose methane solutions. Discover our comprehensive methane services in this flysheet.
Webinars
Webinar: Measurement-Informed Methane Inventories in Today’s Regulatory Environment
Our methane subject matter experts discuss developing and using measurement-informed emission inventories while integrating considerations informed by recent rulemaking.
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Connect with a methane expert
We’d love to support you as you navigate your path forward on sustainable business growth within the context of the rapidly changing methane regulatory landscape. For more information, please reach out below.
Elizabeth McGurk
Managing Consultant
Elizabeth is a seasoned program manager and an expert in the fields of air quality, emission estimation, Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG quantification, and climate change impacts. She has a passion for co-creating fit-for-purpose solutions with clients and has managed complex environmental projects for clients in several industries, including oil and gas, chemicals, and general manufacturing. With a strong background in developing and delivering technical trainings, she is adept at distilling and presenting complex information, impacts, and solutions to stakeholders at every level of an organization. Elizabeth has successfully managed dozens of GHG reporting projects, both related to voluntary disclosures and U.S. EPA Mandatory Reporting Rule requirements. She specializes in assisting clients with GHG emissions quantification and reporting, Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0 implementation and support, and providing environmental permitting and compliance support. She is also an accredited MiQ auditor. Elizabeth has a Master of Art and Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from University of Texas at Austin and University of South Dakota, respectively. She lives in Austin, Texas.
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