Fundamentals of Methane Emissions Management

May 7, 2024 | Online :: Central Time

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The Fundamentals of Methane Emissions Management course is developed for energy professionals seeking a comprehensive grasp of methane emissions management in the oil and gas industry. From beginners to seasoned experts in need of a refresher, the course accommodates diverse skill levels. Participants will explore fundamental aspects of methane, including properties, environmental impact, and diverse emission sources. This curriculum covers regulatory drivers, detection techniques, abatement strategies, and cutting-edge technologies. This course is essential for professionals committed to advancing sustainable practices in the energy sector.

Sign up now to join us for the Fundamentals of Methane Emissions Management course and explore real-world examples, applications, and future trends.

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss the basic properties of methane, including sources and environmental impacts
• Review  updates on the present status of methane research and discrepancies between research and government
• Estimate techniques for bottom-up inventories, measurement, and reconciled inventories
• Compare methane management drivers, regulations, abatement strategies, and best practices
• Acquire updates on recent advancements in methane technology, data systems and computer models
• Compare the sources of methane emissions: natural and anthropogenic
• Evaluate the methods for methane detection and quantification
• Assess methane abatements strategies and technologies
• Get access to case studies and industry examples
• Preview future trends in methane emissions management

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 : Central Time

 

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. :: Introducing Methane

Introduction to Methane Emissions

• Introduction to the Course and Instructor
• Objectives and Key Takeaways
• Importance of Methane Emissions Management

Methane: Basics and Properties

• Physical and Chemical Properties of Methane

• Methane’s Impact on Climate
• Methane vs. Carbon Dioxide

Sources of Methane Emissions

• Natural Sources
• Agriculture and Waste Management
• The Oil and Gas Industry

9:00 – 9:15 a.m. :: Morning Break

9:15 – 10:30 a.m. :: Methane in Oil and Gas

Sources of O&G Methane

• Vents, Leaks, Slip, and Process Failures
• Absolute Methane vs. Intensity
• Oil, Gas, and Supply Chain Segment Differences

Current Status of Methane Knowledge

• Academic Research
• Bottom-Up vs. Top-Down Discrepancies
• Trends in Methane Emissions

The Holistic Emissions Management Process

• The Steps of Emissions Management
• Where are my Peers?
• Overcoming Common Challenges

10:30 – 10:45 a.m. :: Morning Break

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. :: Estimating Methane Emissions

Bottom-Up Inventories

• Building a Bottom-Up Inventory
• Generic vs. Company-Specific Estimates
• Challenges with Bottom-Up Inventories

Measurement Data

• Measurement Techniques
• Spatial and Temporal Resolution
• Challenges with Methane Measurement

Measurement-Informed Inventories

• Reconciliation Techniques
• Trends in Adoption
• Challenges and Opportunities

12:00 – 1:00 p.m. :: Lunch Break

1:00 – 2:30 p.m. :: Methane Emissions Management Strategies

Methane Management Drivers and Policies

• National and International Regulations
• Non-Regulatory Drivers
• Voluntary Emissions Initiatives

Methane Abatement

• Capture, Destruction, and Conservation
• Alternatives to On-Site Gas Usage
• Marginal Abatement Cost Curves (MACCs)

Operational Best Practices

• Equipment design and maintenance
• Data collection and management
• Training and collaboration

2:30 – 2:45  p.m. :: Afternoon Break

2:45 – 3:45 p.m. :: Advancements and Trends

Advancements in Methane Technology

• Models and Tools
• Public Methane Data Opportunity and Risks
• Snake Oil and Silver Bullets

Future Trends

• Trends in Regulations and Markets
• Trends in Innovation
• Organizations and People to Watch

3:45 – 4:00 p.m. :: Afternoon Break

4:00 – 4:30 p.m. :: Conclusion and Course Wrap-Up

• Closing Remarks
• Resources and Next Steps
• Participant Questions and Discussions

4:30 p.m. :: Course Adjourn

Thomas Fox, PhD

President, Highwood Emissions Management

Thomas Fox is president of Highwood Emissions Management. He completed a Ph.D. at the University of Calgary Centre for Smart Emissions Sensing Technologies, where he held a Vanier scholarship. He holds a M.Sc. from McGill University in satellite remote sensing and agricultural land-use and a B.Sc. in Environmental Science. From 2017-2020, Thomas led the invention of the Leak Detection and Repair Simulator (LDAR-Sim), an open-source software product designed to evaluate emerging leak detection technologies, methods, programs, and policies.

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Fundamentals of Methane Emissions Management

May 7, 2024 | Online

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Requirements for Successful Completion of Program

Participants must Log in for the entirety of the conference to be eligible for continuing education credit.

Instructional Methods

PowerPoint (or likewise) presentations will be used by every speaker, open discussion, Q&A sessions. The speakers will present their case studies, analyzing the most recent updated in regulatory, tech and leadership fields.

Credits

EUCI is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.

EUCI is authorized by IACET to offer 0.7 CEUs for this event

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Upon successful completion of this event, program participants interested in receiving CPE credits will receive a certificate of completion.

Course CPE Credits: 7.5
There is no prerequisite for this Course.
Program field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Advanced Preparation: None

EUCI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its web site: www.nasbaregistry.org

 

Who Should Attend

• Environmental Scientists/Engineers
• Regulatory Compliance Specialists
• Oil and Gas Industry Professionals
• Researchers and Academics
• Data Scientists and Analysts
• Policy Makers
• Technology and Innovation Specialist
• Waste Management Professionals
• Equipment Design and Maintenance Professionals
• Energy Analysts
• Sustainability Managers
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Professionals
• Risk Management Specialists
• Consultants in Environmental Management
• Renewable Energy Professionals
• Climate Change Analysts
• Finance and Investment Analyst
• Supply Chain Sustainability Specialists