Methane Leaks From Dormant Oil and Gas Wells in Canada are Seven Times Worse Than Thought, McGill Study Suggests
June 17, 2025
June 17, 2025
MONTREAL, Quebec, June 17 (TNSjou) -- McGill University issued the following news release:
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Methane leaks from dormant oil and gas wells in Canada are seven times worse than thought, McGill study suggests
A few unplugged gas wells are doing most of the damage, and targeting them would be an efficient way to reduce emissions of this potent greenhouse gas, researcher says
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Methane emissions from Canada's non-producing oil . . .
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Methane leaks from dormant oil and gas wells in Canada are seven times worse than thought, McGill study suggests
A few unplugged gas wells are doing most of the damage, and targeting them would be an efficient way to reduce emissions of this potent greenhouse gas, researcher says
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Methane emissions from Canada's non-producing oil . . .