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UK substantially underestimates its methane emissions from oil and gas production – and many other countries probably do too

Envirotec Magazine

Researchers conclude that as much as five times more methane is being leaked from oil and gas production than reported. Methane is the second most important greenhouse gas after carbon dioxide, contributing about 0.55°C C present-day global warming relative to pre-industrial times.

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Secrets of a long partnership in gas detection (Sponsored content)

Envirotec Magazine

This was important, because it helped to build trust.”. Following that initial meeting, it was agreed that CETCI would trial some of Alphasense’s electrochemical gas detection sensors, and Frank was pleased to see how well they performed. These facilities can present a variety of potential hazards to human health.

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Top 10 Economic Benefits of Converting to Solar Energy

Sunrun

Solar Controls Energy Costs 1. When you choose to install a home solar system and a battery, you can better control your average electricity costs over a year. When you choose to install a home solar system and a battery, you can better control your average electricity costs over a year. Solar energy means healthier air.

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New Report Highlights Pesticides’ Overlooked Climate Connection

DeSmogBlog

Not only do pesticides directly contribute to the climate crisis, but a changing climate is likely to intensify pressure from agricultural pests and decrease plant resiliency, resulting in greater pesticide usage and therefore further greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new report.

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Prevention: A profitable mindset when it comes to gas leaks

Envirotec Magazine

Gas leaks are a risk in many industries, and when they occur, they can be incredibly hazardous and costly. Gary Collins of gas sensor manufacturer NevadaNano Systems offers a few thoughts on prevention and selecting instrumentation to assist. It is also abundant and can be made from renewable energy. a refrigerant).

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UN: Slashing methane emissions 'one of the best ways' to curb global temperature rise

Business Green

The report expounds the need to slow ever-rising methane levels, noting that atmospheric concentrations of the gas have more than doubled since pre-industrial levels and are increasing faster now than they have at any point since the 1980s.

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The quest for cleaner air

Envirotec Magazine

The industrial revolution – despite its many benefits – sounded a death knell for air quality, increasing coal-generated smog levels 50-fold in many large cities. 11 Additionally, at least 31 percent of countries that do have the power to introduce such ambient air quality standards have yet to adopt them.