Featured Stories

Our Featured Story archive is a collection of the Featured Story’s which have been published in our magazine and taken pride of place as the ‘unique feature article’ on our Fugitive Emissions Journal home page. In addition to industry updates, market news and topical issues of the day the Feature Story provides an interesting mix of company profiles, in-depth technical articles, reports from major end users and features projects in a variety of industries.

Hazardous Storage Tank Pressure Protection and Emissions Control

This article discusses the essential equipment necessary to safeguard low-pressure storage tanks from pressure change events, addressing the challenges posed by new standards, narrow operating ranges and the need for precise system component coordination.

75th anniversary: is Moving Forward VELAN

Building on its storied legacy, Velan continues to redefine the valve industry with a relentless focus on innovation, sustainability, and technological advancement. Whether it is emissions reduction, hydrogen, or fusion energy, Velan is leading the way in addressing modern challenges, integrating cutting-edge digital solutions, and exemplifying an unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship.

Why an America in Retreat from Global Climate Leadership Won’t Derail Net Zero

With the new U.S administration reversing many of Joe Biden’s climate change measures, including a pause on the Inflation Reduction Act and removal of the USA from the Paris Climate Agreement, one could be forgiven for thinking the future of the cleantech sector is at risk.

Cementing a Sustainable Future: Pathways to Decarbonization in the Cement Industry

Cement is fundamental to modern construction and infrastructure, forming the backbone of urbanization and industrial growth.

The Guy Who Could Fix Anything: The Story of Bill Wilhite and Valve Xchanger

Bill Wilhite, an El Paso native, first found a place for himself as a ‘mister-fixit’ working on farm machinery, cranes, cell towers, etc.

LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP: An Interview with Jessica Shumlich of Highwood Emissions Management

When it comes to accurately measuring and reporting fugitive emissions in the oil and gas sector, we are living through a hinge-point moment. The...

Shell and Ventil Collaborate on New Fugitive Emission Testing

Alfred Kruijer, Principal Technical Expert for Piping & Valves at Shell, introduces a new testing method for fugitive emissions using forming gas, in collaboration with Emiel Lechevallier from Ventil Test Equipment.

Field Test of Airborne Gas Detector ALMA

The oil and gas industry is a significant contributor to methane emissions.

Electric Dump Valve Helps Oil and Gas Company Comply with State Emissions Regulations

With oil and gas producers taking care to meet various environmental requirements, many are turning to dump valves as a source of unwanted emissions.

Field Test of Airborne Gas Detector ALMA

This article provides a comparative analysis of devices for remote detection of methane leaks. Particular attention is paid to various types of scanning systems and methods for increasing their sensitivity.