40% of methane emissions from oil and gas production can be eliminated without costing a cent, says U.S. EIA
As the world’s economy is recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown demand for oil and gas is set to increase and so will methane. Human-generated methane emissions are caused by the fossil fuel industry.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Agency, about 40% of methane emissions from oil and gas production can be eliminated without costing a cent. Cutting down that number “is among the most cost-effective and impactful actions that governments can take to achieve global climate goals,” according to the agency.
The EIA recommends replacing old components and replacing gas-powered parts with electrified versions, which leak less gas in their operations. This gas leakage is one of the major reasons for the wastage of resources and the spread of methane.
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