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Best Practices for Emissions Monitoring in the Energy Sector The Energy Transition is underway. The move to decarbonize the global energy system by shifting away from fossil fuels to adopting greater use of renewable energy sources is being driven by multiple key stakeholders, including regulators, legislators, investors and the public. As a result, the EnergyRead more

Encino Environmental Services, a prominent provider of emissions testing and environmental solutions, has opened its new Southwest District Headquarters in Midland, Texas. This strategic move highlights Encino’s dedication to serving Permian clients efficiently and addressing the region’s growing environmental needs. The new facility, led by District Manager Ray Bourg, is equipped to offer faster response times and top-notch service delivery to local clients.

Just over two years ago, on November 2, 2021, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled a series of proposed changes to the Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) practices, including a protocol for using optical gas imaging (OGI) cameras to detect leaks, otherwise known as Appendix K to 40 CFR Part 60.  A year later, onRead more

In December 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced groundbreaking updates to its air emissions regulations with the unveiling of the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) OOOOb and EG OOOOc, targeting emissions within the oil and gas industry. Notably, these revisions introduce stringent criteria for both flares and enclosed combustion devices, with a primary aimRead more

Natural gas producers and transporters play a critical role in supplying the world with reliable and affordable energy.  The displacement of coal by natural gas fired power plants has contributed significantly to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. As the world embraces a transition towards a lower emissions economy, responsible sourcingRead more

Enviromech™ composite thief hatches for production liquid storage tanks are engineered to aerospace-grade tolerances and are made from durable composites that resist corrosion, providing mechanical integrity performance. Breakthrough materials and design provides a practical, immediate, and inexpensive way to reduce emissions Manufactured and assembled in USA – AS 9100/ISO:9001 Long-term durability to improve well siteRead more

Recent updates to 40 CFR Part 60, specifically Subpart OOOOb (60.5398b), significantly shift how emissions monitoring is performed in the oil and gas industry. A key feature of the new rule is the pathway the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has paved the way for the adoption of Alternative Technologies for monitoring emissions at well sitesRead more

Introduction to NSPS OOOOb The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the adoption of a comprehensive regulatory framework with its Final Rule for Methane Reduction (NSPS OOOOb, in addition to OOOOc and Appendix K), aimed at curbing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry. This is the first of several articles we are developing toRead more

Encino Environmental Services is thrilled to announce our participation in the Unconventional Resources Technology Conference (URTeC) from June 17-19 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. We will be exhibiting alongside our partners at SENSIA.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION In the role of Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Technician, the candidate will be responsible for office and field support of LDAR projects including Method 21 and Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) surveys. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting field inspections and LDAR tag creation, printing, and field installation onRead more