Robert Ward

As methane programs mature, operators are moving beyond episodic surveys toward measurement informed, verification ready inventories that support operational decisions, credibility, and long term value. Yet many still struggle with how to build a fit for purpose continuous monitoring (CM) strategy that delivers representative site level data while managing uncertainty and integrating into real world operations.

This workshop presents a practical, operator-driven framework for building decision-grade methane inventories using continuous monitoring. Drawing on real deployments, we will demonstrate how combining fenceline monitoring, close-proximity sensing, and imaging diagnostics enables high-confidence detection, rapid root cause identification, and auditable quantification aligned with OGMP 2.0 Level 5 principles—independent of jurisdiction.

Attendees will leave with actionable guidance on:

• How to build a fit for purpose CM architecture based on site complexity and operational goals

• How CM improves temporal coverage, uncertainty management, and reconciliation

• Practical guidance on coverage based siting and integration into workflows

• How CM complements aerial and satellite data to create decision grade inventories.