Envana Software Solutions (Envana) has been awarded a $4.2 million grant by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to develop oil and gas methane monitoring and mitigation technologies. The funding is part of the DOE's Methane Emissions Reduction Program under Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) 3256: Methane Emissions Reduction Program Oil and Gas Methane Monitoring and Mitigation.

Envana's project, "Software for Methane Leak Detection Using Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) Data to Guide Mitigation," was selected as one of the solutions under Area of Interest 2c: Field Deployment of Emissions Reduction Technologies at Oil and Gas Production Facilities. This project will enable oil and gas operators, Tribes, and other entities nationwide to better reduce, monitor, measure, and quantify oil and gas methane emissions.

Envana provides a comprehensive and robust platform for managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the oil and gas industry. By integrating operational data with methane detection and measurement inputs from multiple sources, Envana delivers accurate emissions quantification and precise source attribution. Envana's platform empowers customers to enhance their Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) programs and implement effective emissions reduction strategies, aligning with international standards like OGMP 2.0 to build comprehensive methane management systems and demonstrate measurable progress towards sustainability goals.

The grant will enable Envana to expand its data-driven methane capabilities by advancing its AI/ML and physics-based models. By integrating production facility sensor data with methane monitoring sensors, the project aims to improve the accuracy and understanding of methane emissions, facilitating faster and more cost-effective remediation through enhanced insights and timely alerts.

To enhance methane emissions quantification and understanding, Envana will partner with local universities and organizations. This collaboration will also include community engagement, workforce development programs, and support for environmental causes.

Envana co-lead director, Nagaraj Srinivasan, stated, "We're excited to strengthen our position as a leader in emissions and carbon management by integrating critical scientific and operational capabilities. These advancements will empower operators to achieve their methane mitigation targets, fulfill their sustainability objectives, and uphold their ESG commitments with greater efficiency and impact."

PR Panigrahi, Managing Director, Head of Energy and Decarbonization Investments at Siguler Guff and Envana co-lead director, added, "We're thrilled to collaborate with Texas universities and industry associations to advance methane management. By leveraging advanced MRV insights and centralized data, we empower the oil and gas sector to reduce emissions, meet regulations, cut costs, and enhance product value, while fostering a future workforce dedicated to environmental protection."