When it comes to mitigating methane amid a barrage of new federal rules, experts say having accurate data alongside technology are key to navigating the emissions reduction landscape.
Toolkits are equipped with optical gas imaging cameras and leak detection and repair (LDAR) equipment and services, as well as access to satellite detection and flyovers. But having systems in place to gather data about operational performance will make calculations easier, paving the way to improved business performance, according to Shankar Annamalai, senior vice president of Permian geo market and emissions technologies for ChampionX.
“Without the strong base of calculating, measuring, getting really good data around your operations, you can’t build on top of it,” Annamalai said during Hart Energy’s SUPER DUG Conference & Expo.