Researchers have developed an infrared imaging system that could one day offer low - cost, real - time detection of methane gas leaks in pipelines and at oil and gas facilities. (sciencedaily.com)
Oil and gas facilities also typically wait until the last possible moment to shut down plants before major storms or other extreme weather events, in order to maximize revenue. (climatesciencewatch.org)
According to the Calgary Herald, a leaked government document indicates that central elements of the government's recent climate change decisions will have a serious negative impact on «the competitiveness of oil and gas facilities in Alberta.» (rickstrankman.ca)