International Methane Emissions Observatory - IMEO’s Post

⏱️ "With advanced monitoring, measuring, and tracking technologies like MethaneSAT now available, policymakers and industry have powerful tools at their disposal. This radical level of transparency eliminates excuses and demands immediate action." - Helen Spence-Jackson, EDF Europe Executive Director . Powerful words which gave me chills! . #eu #methane #fossilfuels #climatechange #edf #methanesat

Compelling conversations the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) event on the Role of National Oil Companies in Methane Reductions! Leslie Labruto, EDF + Business Managing Director of Sustainable Finance, kicked off the event with her opening remarks: "We're dealing with a problem, or as I like to say a puzzle, that is imminently solvable... Reducing methane from NOCs is indeed one of the most important levers that we can pull on climate change in order to stabilize and ensure the conditions for the planet." - Labruto Listen in on Santiago Martínez Ochoa (Ecopetrol), Ben Cahill (CSIS), Ben Ratner (J.P. Morgan), Zubin Bamji (The World Bank) and Erica Downs (Columbia University) further conversations on examining NOC roles in emissions, #COP28's Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter and more. https://lnkd.in/ecqQ_E9S

🚨 Exciting Milestone in Climate Action: the first-ever EU regulation to reduce #methane emissions has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force 20 days later. This significant step in the global effort to reduce methane emissions sets strict new curbs on emissions from #FossilFuel operations across EU Member States. Tough standards will also apply to imports from the many oil, coal and natural gas exporters that supply to the EU. Flavia Sollazzo, Senior Director of EU Energy Transition at EDF Europe welcomed the occasion, but cautioned "the regulation's success hinges entirely on rigorous implementation. The real work starts now: Holding the industry accountable is crucial, and we expect Member States to act swiftly." Helen Spence-Jackson, Executive Director at EDF Europe, emphasised the role of emission data transparency in holding emitters to account: "With advanced monitoring, measuring, and tracking technologies like MethaneSAT now available, policymakers and industry have powerful tools at their disposal. This radical level of transparency eliminates excuses and demands immediate action." We will continue to collaborate with lawmakers and industry to ensure accountability. As Helen points out, "this regulation is a framework for this type of collaboration, paving the way for real progress in the fight against #ClimateChange." Read more: https://lnkd.in/dyNPhg8F

Breaking news! The EU just finalized its first-ever methane emissions law. This regulation sets strict limits on methane from fossil fuel operations across Europe and from imports. It’s a major step towards reducing our carbon footprint and fighting climate change head-on. By holding both EU and international suppliers accountable, this law aims to cut down on one of the most potent greenhouse gases. Let’s work together for a cleaner, greener future! 🌱💚

Just came across an eye-opening article about MethaneSat, a revolutionary satellite designed to tackle methane emissions from the oil and gas industry. Developed by the Environmental Defense Fund and partners, MethaneSat is set to provide high-resolution data for public scrutiny. With methane responsible for 30% of global heating, this satellite is a game-changer in the fight against climate change. Check out the full article to learn more about this ground-breaking project and how it's shaping the future of environmental protection. #ClimateAction #MethaneSat #EnvironmentalProtection Link to the article: https://lnkd.in/e5awZtqE

Fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty: a global effort to foster international cooperation to accelerate a transition to clean energy for everyone, end the expansion of coal, oil and gas, and equitably phase out existing production in keeping with what science shows is needed to address the climate crisis. 3 pillars: NON- PROLIFERATION An immediate end to expansion of new coal, oil and gas production A FAIR PHASE OUT Wind down existing production in line with the Paris Agreement target of 1.5 ºC in a manner that is not only fast but also fair JUST TRANSITION Global support to ensure no worker, community or country is left behind

In the Government of Canada's recent report ‘𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟱𝟬: 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲’, there is a key message that ‘collecting and reporting activity data more frequently can improve understanding of emissions’.     The report continues: “These priorities for research and knowledge synthesis and mobilization would improve understanding of Canada’s GHG emissions and trends, as well as enable Canada to contribute to international GHG monitoring efforts, such as the International Methane Emissions Observatory initiative of the UN Environment Programme and the global stocktake process of the Paris Agreement. As well, the priorities help us make 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀.”    At the upcoming Methane Mitigation Canada Summit in 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘆, 𝗔𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮, from 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯𝟬 - 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮, over 150 industry leaders will meet to collaborate on innovative solutions to measure, monitor and mitigate methane emissions, ensuring attendees depart equipped with the knowledge to seamlessly integrate improved methane management practices within their organizations.      Find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/d9ipRQxn     #MethaneMitigationSummit 

The get-out clause: “In the exceptional circumstance of accelerating the phase-out of our dependency on Russian #energy, publicly supported investments in the #gas sector can be appropriate as a temporary response, subject to clearly defined national circumstances.” #G7 #energytransition pact Global Citizen Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative Greenpeace Stand.earth #decarbonization #nonewoil #timesupforfossils

🌏 Next week is the 2024 Japan Oil & Gas Methane Workshop, facilitated by Environmental Defense Fund as part of the European Union Climate Dialogues. 🛰 Manfredi Caltagirone, Head of the UN Environment Programme's IMEO, will join to discuss the role of credible data in accurately assessing emissions and deploying targeted solutions at scale. 🤝 This workshop will provide a pivotal platform for advancing multilateral dialogue, fostering collaboration, and promoting alignment to ensure secure and transparent global LNG (Liquified Natural Gas) markets while reducing methane emissions per the Global Methane Pledge and the Joint Declaration from Energy Importers and Exporters on Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Fossil Fuels. 🌐 The international event will gather key stakeholders from the industry, policy, and science community, including senior representatives from the European Commission and the Delegation of the European Union to Japan, to facilitate impactful discussions on policies, measures, and standards. More information on the EU-Japan cooperation on energy issues, including methane emissions, can also be found on the European Commission's dedicated website: https://lnkd.in/gyfnJCXP Read more about the Joint Declaration from Energy Importers and Exporters on Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Fossil Fuels: https://lnkd.in/gP6NXCZm

🛰️🌍 EU Parliament Passes Landmark Legislation to Combat Methane Emissions! 🌱📡. As the European Parliament celebrates the passage of groundbreaking legislation to combat #methane #emissions (https://lnkd.in/e4aicHXG), it’s crucial to acknowledge the pivotal role of satellite-derived data and services in this historic achievement. 🔹 EO is instrumental in detecting methane hotspots (sources and patterns of methane release) across the globe 🔹 EO enables the tracking of methane emissions over time and identifying areas for improvement supporting accountability and transparency in emission reduction efforts 🔹 EO provides vital information for assessing the effectiveness of climate policies EARSC methane monitoring working group has been active in this policy discussion and our company members have been instrumental in providing educated knowledge on the capabilities of #EO in this process. Read our supporting documents at the policy observatory (https://lnkd.in/eHGJ_3C7)! 🌍🛰️💚 #SatelliteTechnology #ClimateAction #MethaneRegulation International Methane Emissions Observatory Methane Mitigation Summit Series Global Methane Initiative (GMI) Global Methane Hub European Commission @EUClimateAction @EU_Commission's Directorate-General for Climate Action European Space Agency - ESA