January 23, 2025

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Methane Regulations in Canada:

  • Limit fugitive leaks: inspection, detection and repair programs
  • Reduce venting from facilities: limit 1,250 m3 per day, natural gas conservation.
  • Reduce venting from pneumatic devices: limit 0.17 m3 per hour
  • Reduce venting from compressors
  • No venting from well completions

The Oil & Gas sector is by far the largest contributor to methane emissions in Canada representing 49% of the total. Next largest are agriculture (27%) and waste (18%). The remaining transportation and other contribute 6% combined.

Source: Government of Canada