The Environmental Partnership has released its seventh annual report, highlighting the U.S. oil and natural gas industry's efforts to reduce methane emissions while increasing production. The report indicates a 40% decline in methane emissions across U.S. onshore production regions since 2015, despite a more than 50% rise in production.
Emily Hague, director of The Environmental Partnership, said, "Reducing methane emissions is an important and complex challenge—there’s no one-size-fits-all solution." She emphasized that the partnership aids operators in exploring solutions and improving strategies for efficient and responsible energy delivery.
The Environmental Partnership includes members representing nearly 65% of U.S. onshore oil and natural gas production. It serves as a platform for companies to share best practices and develop innovative solutions to reduce emissions across the supply chain.
Vanessa Ryan, Chair of The Environmental Partnership and general manager of climate and engagement for Chevron, noted that reducing methane emissions improves operational efficiencies by recovering lost products that can fuel the economy. She said, "Through collaborative industry initiatives like The Environmental Partnership, companies are working together to find pragmatic and scalable solutions."
Key findings from the 2025 Annual Report include over 678,000 surveys conducted at more than 199,000 sites with a leak occurrence rate of just 0.02%. Since 2018, this rate has decreased by over 87%. Additionally, flare intensity among members dropped to 0.74% in 2024—a reduction of more than 75% since 2019—even as production increased.
The report also highlights practical solutions being implemented by TEP companies to enhance operational excellence and environmental progress.
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