Google is making a map of methane leaks for the whole world to see

Thu, 02/15/2024 - 05:30

Google's methane map shows oil and gas infrastructure shaded in yellow, red, and blue. — Google expects to make its methane map public later this year.
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Google will use satellite data, AI technology, and its computing power to map methane emissions.
Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that's responsible for nearly a third of global warming.
Nearly 40% of manmade methane comes from oil, gas, and coal operations.

A satellite that measures methane leaks from oil and gas companies is set to start circulating the Earth 15 times a day next month. Google plans to have the data mapped by the end of the year for the whole world to see.