Point sensor networks struggle to detect and quantify short controlled releases at oil and gas sites

This study evaluated multiple commercially available continuous monitoring (CM) point sensor network (PSN) solutions under single-blind controlled release testing conducted at operational upstream and midstream oil and natural gas (O&G) sites. While controlled testing shows potential, the performance in field conditions is often less effective. The study suggests that current CEM technologies and algorithms require further development to enhance quantification accuracy and provide reliable emission estimates.