Case Study
Recurring Scans for Compliance and Measurable Performance Gains
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About the case
48% reduction in emissions over three years; improved source-level visibility; confident system replacement decisions; long-term program cost reduction.
Metrics That Matter
Improved
Source Level Visibility
48%
Reductions in emissions over three years
Confident
System Replacement Decisions
Challenge:
Managing large production portfolios requires operators to coordinate field operations, maintenance priorities, regulatory obligations, and infrastructure performance across complex asset networks. One large production operator sought to better understand emission sources across its assets to better inform prioritization of resources, satisfy regulatory requirements, reduce long-term program costs, and strengthen responsible methane management.
Approach:
Quarterly aerial methane measurement scans using Bridger’s Gas Mapping LiDAR® technology were the cornerstone of the operator’s program. Recurring measurements provided consistent visibility into emissions across the operator’s assets, while detailed data analysis supported identification of source-level emission contributions and operational trends over time.
Bridger’s emissions data was integrated directly into field workflows and operational decision-making processes, helping teams prioritize mitigation activities, evaluate system replacement opportunities, and allocate resources toward the highest-impact opportunities. The recurring program structure also enabled ongoing validation of mitigation results and long-term performance tracking.
Emissions Insights
The recurring scans and data provided the operator with a more consistent and actionable understanding of emissions over time. Rather than relying on isolated snapshots, recurring aerial measurements helped identify persistent emission contributors, improve prioritization of field response activities, and strengthen coordination between teams.
Over time, the operator was able to refine prioritization strategies, improve confidence in operational decisions, and reduce unnecessary spending through more targeted deployment of resources.
Key Takeaway
When measurement is consistent and actionable, emissions programs shift from activity to performance, delivering measurable operational and financial impact over time.
Projected results are based on a third-party financial model developed using operator-specific inputs and assumptions. Actual results will vary based on site conditions, regulatory requirements, and other factors. This case study does not constitute a guarantee of performance, savings, or regulatory compliance.
Projected Business Impact
48% Emissions Reduction
48% reduction in emissions over three years
EPA Monitoring Support
Helped the operator meet EPA methane monitoring requirements while improving emissions visibility, prioritization, and operational efficiency across its asset portfolio
Source-Level Insight
Improved identification and understanding of source-level emission contributions
Data-Driven Replacement Decisions
Confident system replacement decisions informed by recurring measurement data
Integrated Field Workflows
Integrated field workflows supporting measurable operational impact
Lower Program Costs
Reduced long-term program costs through improved prioritization
Operational Alignment
Stronger alignment between measurement activities, field execution, and performance goals