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According to Emission Reduction Alberta, there has been CAD $607 million in funding to 183 projects with a cumulative worth of CAD $4.1 billion, resulting in a reduction of 34.8 million tons of greenhouse gas (carbon dioxide). With such initiatives, Canada has reached #1 in the Environmental Performance Index 2020. By Gobind Khiani, M.Eng.,PEng., Fellow - Piping/Pipelines.

Luke Chou is no stranger to the world of valves and fugitive emission control. In just ten years, Chou progressed through the ranks of a leading valve manufacturer, from engineer to Technical Team Lead, to Assistant Plant Director. He continuously refines his skills and expands his knowledge of standards, testing procedures and new technologies. Chou recently joined the Sunbelt Supply team as the Quality Assurance Manager.

A.W. Chesterton Company prides itself on providing the best, most innovative low emission sealing solutions to the industrial market. Offering value since 1884 with humble beginnings as a purveyor of steamboat and engineering supplies, the company has grown into a trusted partner for packing & gasketing, mechanical sealing, engineering solutions, and equipment reliability expertise for many industry majors today.

Daily emissions in early April were comparable to those in 2006 due to the recent pandemic. The effect of the confinement was a decrease of daily global CO2 emissions by –17 (–11 to –25) MtCO2 d−1, or –17% (–11 to –25%) by April 2020, relative to levels in 2019. (1)

Optical gas imaging (OGI) refers to thermal imaging technology utilizing high-sensitivity infrared (IR) cameras to detect fugitive emissions of industrial gases. OGI cameras can help operators detect hydrocarbons, sulfur hexafluoride, refrigerants and hundreds of other industrial gases quickly, accurately, and safely – without shutting down systems.

The oil and gas industry faces the dual challenge of transitioning to a low carbon energy future to manage the risks of air pollution and climate change, while simultaneously expanding access to the economic and social benefits afforded by petroleum energy to the global population. By Michelle Schulze, Emerson.

Ensuring the robust security of operations and mitigating fugitive gas emissions in industry is a priority. Likewise, it is mandatory to comply with environmental safety protocols, therefore there must be a network of sensors capable of detecting and mitigating risks in areas where hazardous gases or flames can create a precarious workplace. By Francisco Cortes, Sensia Solutions.

Environmental engineers are essential to the protection of the environment as well as the health and safety of vital industry workers. Their careers are dedicated to ensuring that the integrity of equipment used in industrial processes are up to global standards, and are performing on the frontline against leakage and fugitive emissions.

Since its inception, Crane has been an innovator in the valve space, consistently developing new products and solutions for the transfer of fluids. Understanding that innovation is more than introducing an invention, Crane has always embraced a culture of differentiation that centers around creating effective value propositions that set its products apart from its competitors. By Aneta Stephens, Crane.

Mike Shorts has developed a wealth of knowledge surrounding industrial processes and emission control throughout his 23 years in the industry. Appointed President of Triangle Fluid Controls in 2008 after Durabla Canada’s restructuring, Shorts continues to cultivate and motivate his team of experts to harness and disseminate the latest technologies and product advancements for the purpose of fugitive emission control.