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Kathairos Solutions and Doig River First Nation Embark on Strategic Environmental Initiative to Reduce Methane Emissions
Kathairos Solutions, a leader in the field of clean technology for methane emission reduction, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Doig River First Nation (DRFN) and its economic arm, Úújǫ Developments LP. This collaboration is set to pioneer sustainable environmental practices while fostering economic growth and cultural preservation within DRFN territory.
Canada Steps Up in Climate Leadership: Draft Methane Regulations Unveiled at COP28
Canada has taken a significant leap in climate action with its new methane regulations, announced at COP28 by Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault. Aiming for a bold 75% reduction in oil and gas methane emissions by 2030.
Catalyzing Change: How the U.S. is Leading the Global Charge in Methane Emission Reduction
Ushering in a new era of climate accountability, the U.S.'s Final Rule at COP28 sets a bold precedent in the oil and gas industry with an 80% reduction target in methane emissions by 2028. This pivotal shift, echoing the global call for environmental responsibility,.
The Long Awaited Answer: Nitrogen
Nitrogen is the backbone of Kathairos’ flagship technology, but why?
Methane: The Missing Piece of the Puzzle in Biden’s Climate Bill
The good news? The passing of the Democrats’ long-sought tax and energy bill in the Senate is a major step forward in the United States’ efforts to meaningfully tackle greenhouse gas emissions. The bad news? The bill doesn’t limit fugitive methane from oil and gas production.
How Kathairos is Addressing Widespread Methane Venting
Upwards of 450,000 well sites still routinely vent methane in North America. The problem? These locations represent millions of metric tons of methane emissions every year.
Tracking Carbon Emissions: The Next Billion Dollar Industry
As the world increasingly feels the impact of the global climate crisis, the only path forward is clear: there needs to be a significant reduction of emissions.
The Big Difference: Understanding Carbon Dioxide and Methane as Greenhouse Gases
When you talk about climate change, chances are that carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4) will both come up as two of the most potent greenhouse gases.
Pneumatics in the Oil and Gas Industry: Powering Vital Operations with Compressed Air
Oil and gas operations rely on complex systems to extract, transport, and refine resources.
One of the key components that provide power to these systems are pneumatics, which use compressed air to drive machinery and perform crucial tasks.
Why Focus on Methane?
17% of total emissions worldwide come from methane gas, which is responsible for 25% of the warming we face today.
The Diesel Dilemma in Canada’s Remote Regions
Canada is rich in natural resources waiting to be harnessed as renewable energy, but this doesn’t mean that the road to a low-carbon future will be easy: all over the country, hundreds of remote and rural off-grid communities still heavily rely on diesel generators.
Chart and Kathairos Expand Partnership for Methane Emission Reduction Technology
Chart Industries today announced the furthering of its partnership and contract with Calgary-based cleantech company, Kathairos, which already included Chart’s MicroBulk tanks to now include products such as Orca™ Delivery Systems. Kathairos has also agreed to extend their contract with Chart for a minimum of two more years.
The Greenhouse Gas Problem
Climate change has become one of the most pressing issues facing our planet, and one of the main culprits? The emission of greenhouse gases.
Kathairos Solutions Discusses Methane Elimination at PTAC/CRIN Focused Conversations About Reducing Methane Emissions from Well Sites
Last week, Kathairos Solutions was invited by the Petroleum Technology Alliance of Canada (PTAC) to present at an event discussing advancements in well site methane emissions reduction.
Darren Sweeney Named to Kathairos Solutions’ Board of Directors
Renowned Alberta business leader Darren Sweeney joins Kathairos Solutions’ Board of Directors.
Missing the Big Picture: Why Methane Monitoring Remains a Big Issue
Numbers don’t lie: the oil and gas industry has significantly reduced methane emissions… the only caveat? These numbers aren’t the entire picture.
Half-Priced Produce: How to Save Some Green, While Going Green
Is there an added bonus to buying discounted produce from the grocery store, besides a couple extra dollars in your pocket? Well, research shows that reducing food waste actually has a significant impact on emissions.
Old Rigs, New Reefs: A New Use for Offshore Oil Platforms
More than 12,000 offshore oil and gas platforms exist worldwide, with many nearing the end of their operational lifetimes as they continue to drain reservoirs of fossil fuels from beneath the ocean floor.
The Divided States: Are Bold Climate Pledges Enough?
While COP26 sparked a wave of new state commitments on climate in the US, there is still a looming question up in the air: how much progress can be made without all 50 states going all in?
Hard-to-abate Sectors: What Are They... And Is Hydrogen the Answer?
Among the biggest challenges to global decarbonization are so-called hard-to-abate (HTA) sectors, which cannot be directly electrified through renewable power sources.