Understanding the Subpart W Proposed Rule and the Role of Optical Gas Detectors in Modern Emissions Monitoring
The regulatory landscape for methane and industrial greenhouse gas emissions is shifting rapidly. The United States Environmental Protection Agency is strengthening requirements under the Subpart W proposed rule, part of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program. The new expectations focus on more accurate quantification, verified measurement methods, and continuous or near continuous detection of methane emissions […]
Understanding OOOOc and How It Builds on the OOOOb Summary for Methane Compliance
The EPA continues to accelerate its methane reduction strategy by tightening performance standards across the petroleum and natural gas sector. Two major components of this regulatory shift are OOOOb and OOOOc, each addressing different stages of industry activity. While operators are becoming familiar with the OOOOb summary that outlines requirements for new, modified, and reconstructed […]