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By John Rutecki <\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

West Virginia is the nation\u2019s number four energy producing state and has a critical opportunity to demonstrate leadership with solutions to curb oil and gas methane emissions. Commonsense action can create jobs for West Virginians, conserve resources and protect communities.<\/p>\n

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A recent panel<\/a> at West Virginia University\u2019s Energy Institute explored how reducing emissions of methane \u2014 a climate-warmer 80 times more powerful than CO2 in the short term and the main component of natural gas \u2014 can benefit the state. Students and the public heard from industry experts on the innovative technologies and policies being used to cut methane, and EDF showcased its virtual reality experience<\/a> that puts participants on an oil and gas site to find and fix methane emissions.<\/p>\nHow curbing oil and gas pollution can grow West Virginia energy leadership, create jobs and protect communities <\/a><\/span>Share on X<\/a><\/span>\n

As the Environmental Protection Agency advances federal rules to curb methane from oil and gas production, it offers a powerful tool for West Virginia\u2019s leaders to unlock the potential of methane mitigation. Here\u2019s what that could mean for the state.<\/p>\n

Growing West Virginia\u2019s economy while protecting its environment<\/strong><\/p>\n

Methane is both a more potent greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide and more short-lived. This makes cutting methane emissions one of the most effective ways for us to reduce global warming now, while also conserving a valuable energy resource.<\/p>\n

Currently, oil and gas companies emit about 16 million metric tons<\/a> of methane annually \u2014 equivalent to $2 billion in wasted natural gas. Investing in methane mitigation will benefit West Virginia\u2019s economy by reducing this waste and creating good-paying, local jobs.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis means jobs for West Virginians,\u201d said Delegate Evan Hansen during the WVU panel. \u201cWe have 75,000 wells in the state and many of those are active wells. One of the things that\u2019s going to be required is inspection of those active wells, and that means jobs for inspectors.\u201d<\/p>\n

There are already five methane mitigation companies operating in West Virginia, and strong methane policies would only create more opportunities<\/a> for company expansion.<\/p>\n

Cutting methane also helps protect public health. Along with methane, oil and gas operations emit smog-forming volatile organic compounds, which can lead to respiratory diseases like asthma or emphysema and increase the risk of heart disease and heart attacks. Oil and gas operations can also emit known carcinogens such as benzene.<\/p>\n

With over a third<\/a> of all West Virginians living within half a mile of an active oil and gas site, cutting pollution can deliver clean air and healthier communities while driving job creation and supporting the state\u2019s economy.<\/p>\n

Bolstering energy security and competitiveness<\/strong><\/p>\n

Investing in methane mitigation is necessary to keep West Virginia competitive in evolving energy markets. Investors and consumers are increasingly calling for cleaner products, and recent analysis<\/a> has found that the future viability of U.S. gas exports depends on policies to reduce the fuel\u2019s emissions footprint.<\/p>\n

Leaders in the oil and gas industry have acknowledged the importance of reducing emissions and we\u2019ve recently seen historic levels of support<\/a> for comprehensive regulations to address methane pollution.<\/p>\n

Additionally, amid Russia\u2019s invasion of Ukraine and destabilization of global energy markets, it is more important than ever to reduce gas wasted via methane emissions to bolster energy security. EDF analysis<\/a> shows that reducing waste of natural gas from leaks and flaring in the U.S. could provide over half of the gas the U.S. has committed to allies in Europe.<\/p>\n

Critical opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n

Later this summer, the EPA is expected to finalize proposed rules<\/a> to reduce oil and gas methane pollution. Swift finalization of strong rules that require inspections across all wells \u2014 including low-producing sites<\/a> responsible for an outsized share of emissions \u2014 is crucial. Once rules are adopted, they will enable West Virginia to develop a State Implementation Plan to determine how the state will pursue important cuts in emissions that can ensure cleaner air and new jobs across the state.<\/p>\n

Researchers from WVU recently received $5.5 million in funding<\/a> from the U.S. Department of Energy to research methane emissions from oil and gas operations. The project, led by associate professor Derek Johnson, who spoke at the WVU Energy Institute panel, will focus on methane emissions from liquid storage tanks in West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n

The Inflation Reduction Act passed by Congress last year offers significant resources for states like West Virginia to cut pollution, including $1.55 billion<\/a> to support methane monitoring and innovation, while improving the accuracy of emissions reporting and drive down the costs of reducing pollution.<\/p>\n

For too long, West Virginians have been presented with the false choice of maintaining a strong energy industry or investing in solutions to address climate change. Delivering robust methane protections can do both for West Virginia. This is an important step for West Virginia to be a leader in the energy industry while creating jobs and protecting communities from pollution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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