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Shell's Gulf of Mexico oil portfolio certified 'A' for methane emissions by MiQ

Created at 2 Jun · 10:42 AM3 sources↑ Market-relevant2 events
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MiQ has certified Shell Offshore Inc.'s entire Gulf of Mexico production portfolio with an 'A' grade for methane emissions intensity. Shell is the first major oil producer to achieve this comprehensive certification for its offshore assets in the region.

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Who's Involved

MiQ
Global leader in methane emissions certification
Shell Offshore Inc.
Oil producer with certified Gulf of Mexico production portfolio

↳ Why This Matters

This certification highlights Shell's efforts in reducing methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, and sets a precedent for transparency and environmental performance within the oil and gas industry.

Key facts

  • MiQ certified Shell Offshore Inc.'s entire Gulf of Mexico production portfolio.
  • Shell received an 'A' grade for methane emissions intensity.
  • Shell is the first major oil producer to achieve this certification for its entire offshore production in the Gulf of Mexico.
  • The certification covers all of Shell's offshore production assets in the region.

MiQ, a leading methane emissions certification company, has awarded Shell Offshore Inc. an 'A' grade for its entire production portfolio in the Gulf of Mexico. This certification signifies that Shell's offshore operations in the region meet high standards for methane emission intensity. Shell is the first major oil producer to receive such comprehensive certification for its offshore assets in this area, underscoring a focus on environmental performance and transparency in its operations.

Frequently asked questions

MiQ is a global leader in methane emissions certification for the oil and gas industry.

The 'A' grade indicates that Shell's Gulf of Mexico production portfolio meets high standards for methane emission intensity, signifying low levels of methane leakage.

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and reducing its emissions is crucial for mitigating climate change. Certification provides transparency and accountability for companies' efforts.

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How It Developed

2 Jun · 10:33 AM
MiQ has certified Shell's entire Gulf of America production portfolio with an A grade for methane emissions, making Shell the first...
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2 Jun · 10:31 AM
Shell Offshore Inc. achieved an 'A' grade from MiQ for its entire Gulf of Mexico production portfolio, marking a first for major oil producers.
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Sources

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MiQ zertifiziert das gesamte Produktionsportfolio von Shell im Golf von Amerika mit der Note A für Methanemissionenm.piqsuite.com
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MiQ certifie l'ensemble du portefeuille de production de Shell dans le Golfe d'Amérique au niveau A pour les émissions de méthanem.piqsuite.com
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MiQ certifica que toda la cartera de producción de Shell en el Golfo de América tiene una calificación Am.piqsuite.com

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