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application, and advances in this fi eld have signifi cantly increased the scalability of laser absorption spectroscopy, making the technology cheaper and more accessible. As analytical devices reduce in cost, certain fi lter suppliers are helping OEMs improve the functionality of their devices at a reduced cost. At the same time, advanced fi lters are opening new opportunities for gas detection devices to be used in novel ways across the energy sector.
Eff ective action on methane
The oil and gas industry has been identifi ed as one of the sectors with the most potential to act on methane. Energy companies are already confi gured to profi t from preventing emissions by selling recaptured methane - billions of dollars’ worth of natural gas are lost to environmental factors and anthropogenic sources each year, and capturing this gas could prevent signifi cant value from literally vanishing into thin air.
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the beam and detector will absorb the IR light, disrupting the beam and enabling operators to precisely determine quantities of gas with sensitivity in the range of parts per billion.
Along with its low cost, the primary benefi ts of this technology are its fl exibility and adaptability. IR detectors are suitable for use in fi xed, portable, and personal formats, meaning they can easily be deployed where required across energy infrastructure. Most are resistant to heat, humidity, and vibration, making them ideal for use regardless of local conditions. Meanwhile, the precision with which they operate mean these devices do not require gases to be present in concentrations beyond the lower explosive limit.
Filter technology is central to the performance of spectroscopy techniques – specifi cally, the coating used on it. Coating characteristics determine how suitable fi lters are for any given
Estimates suggest that a one-off investment of $11 billion could eliminate around 75% of all methane leaks worldwide.
[2] According to the IEA, approximately 40% of all methane emissions from fossil fuels could be prevented at no net cost to business, rising to 50% specifi cally in the oil and natural gas sectors.
Faced with this reality – and the looming threat of climate change – the path forward on methane should be clear. Gas detection technology represents a low-cost, straightforward way for the energy sector to begin tackling greenhouse gases, curbing methane emissions and slowing global warming. Embracing the data provided by high-performance IR devices enables businesses to take more informed action, targeting investments and repairs where they are most needed for maximum impact. Thanks to this technology, all the tools required to turn a corner on methane are already available today.
References
[1] International Energy Agency (2024), Global Methane Tracker 2024
[2]
https://www.iea.org/reports/the-energy-security-case-for- tackling-gas-fl aring-and-methane-leaks
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