Software Roadmap and Picarro Playbook for EU Regulation // PGC Fall 2024

10.04.2024

The recent panel at the 2024 Fall Picarro Gas Conference concentrated on the implementation of a playbook for the EU methane regulation. They emphasized that the larger leaks must be tackled first and foremost, ascertaining that emissions are effectively reduced by focusing on emission rates, not just concentration readings. The panel reiterated the significance of industry best practices to stay compliant with the regulation's requirements, including repair deadlines for leaks above 1000 ppm.

Moving forward, the panel discussion took a deeper dive into the paramountcy of reporting and verification in conforming to regulations, particularly the EU methane regulation. The panel introduced modern solutions for data reconciliation responsibilities, stressing the efficiency of site and source level reconciliation via investigation processes.

A high degree of transparency was deemed vital in reporting, with an emphasis on validation points to guarantee precise emission measurements. The panel also touched upon a novel two-stage approach to leak detection surveys, which involved initial car surveys followed by the use of handheld devices to accurately locate the sources.

Speakers:

Julien Klein, Senior Director, Product Marketing, Picarro

Renato Winkler, PhD, Senior Direct of Business Development, Picarro

 

Key Points:

  • EU methane regulation implementation (00:37:18 - 00:38:10)
  • Large leak repair prioritization and best industry practices (00:39:34 - 00:40:32)
  • Compliance with regulations and repair time allowances (00:41:07 - 00:42:35)
  • Importance of reporting and verification and innovative solutions for data reconciliation (00:45:04:13 - 00:46:44:08)
  • Emphasis on transparency and validation of emission measurements (00:45:37:14 - 00:46:44:08)
  • Two-stage approach to leak detection (00:46:04:27 - 00:47:16:26)

Further Reading and Selected Links:

 

 
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