atmio Equips Natural Gas Companies for EU Methane Regulation

atmio Equips Natural Gas Companies for EU Methane Regulation

• New EU Methane Regulation came into effect on 4 August.
• Energy companies, especially in the natural gas sector, must implement comprehensive measures to accurately detect, report, and reduce their methane emissions.
• atmio's all-in-one solution helps natural gas companies to comply with the new EU Methane Regulation and significantly reduce their methane emissions.

Hamburg, August 5, 2024 – With the new EU Methane Regulation, which came into force on 4 August 2024, energy companies are required to implement extensive measures to reduce methane emissions. This is particularly critical for the natural gas industry, which contributes significantly to global methane emissions. Post-regulation, all natural gas companies operating in the EU must meet stringent Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) requirements and provide precise emissions data for each facility. Existing market solutions are inadequate for these demands. "EU legislation like this always has the potential to drive progress and create new technologies. However, it requires predictability for businesses and clear guidance from authorities. Companies must be prepared to invest and modernize now—not only to avoid penalties but also to be successful and more sustainable in the long term," comments Matthias Schmittmann, CEO and co-founder of Atmio.

Traditional methods for detecting and documenting methane leaks in natural gas facilities are costly and complex. Leak detection is typically performed manually using flame ionization detectors (FID) and gas cameras, which are difficult to handle and generally only detect larger leaks. Data collection is also manual: technicians record measurements on paper, later transferring them to digital formats, often Excel spreadsheets. These methods are prone to errors, and data preparation and reporting are time-consuming. The process often requires at least two personnel per inspection, increasing labor costs. Consequently, inspections are infrequent, usually occurring every few years, increasing the risk of undetected leaks and compromising operational safety.

In contrast, atmio offers an automated and user-friendly alternative that simplifies the entire process from leak detection to reporting. The solution includes a specialized measuring device used with a mobile app to optimize data collection. The app guides technicians through the measurement process, allowing a single person to conduct inspections.

Captured data is automatically transferred to a cloud platform where it is aggregated and analyzed. This minimizes the risk of non-compliance with the strict timelines for inspection campaigns and repair planning mandated by the EU regulation, enabling the immediate generation of reports. The platform also facilitates secure data storage and easy access.

Automation leads to significant time savings in data collection, documentation, and reporting. This allows inspections to be integrated into daily operations without drastically increasing effort and costs. The reduction of manual labor and increased efficiency in workflows lower the costs imposed by the EU regulation and improve compliance.‍atmio’s advantages at a glance:

• Automated detection and reporting of methane leaks using sensors and a mobile app,
• Efficient management and coordination of repairs, allowing quick, effective, and timely planning and fixing of methane leaks,
• Integration of LDAR into daily operations, replacing time-consuming procedures,
• Creation of detailed reports on emissions and repairs, meeting legal requirements,
• Use of the platform for annual emissions reporting, a key component of the new regulations.

Matthias Schmittmann, CEO and co-founder of atmio, explains: "Energy companies must now modernize their LDAR systems and accurately quantify methane emissions at the component and site level. Our platform provides the necessary tools through automated reporting and comprehensive repair management, easing regulatory compliance while optimizing operations. This is a crucial step towards securing a sustainable future."With the new regulation and atmio's solution, energy companies have the opportunity to enhance the safety and compliance of their facilities while realizing economic benefits. Preventing methane losses can not only reduce emissions but also recover economically valuable natural gas that would otherwise escape unused.

‍About atmio

‍Hamburg-based atmio is building the operating system for the oil and gas sector to effortlessly find, fix, and report methane emissions. With its unique combination of hardware and software, atmio is on a mission to tackle climate change and become the world's leading provider to measure and manage greenhouse gas emissions. Launched in 2023, the team is led by Co-founders Matthias Schmittmann (CEO) and Marius Krüger (COO), who have extensive experience in the sector. Matthias built the gas detector startup, bentekk, which exited to Dräger; and Marius, also a repeat founder, worked several years at BP. atmio raised €1.3 million in a pre-seed/angel investor round in 2023, before raising €5.1m in a Seed Round in May of this year.

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Press Contact for atmio
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Katharina Heller
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