Methodology & Technology
Following the CarbonPath "Orphaned & Abandoned Well Carbon Credit Methodology" (v 1.3, Aug 2024) for transparent, third-party verified carbon credits.
CarbonPath Methodology
Third-party methodologies provide independent standards for baseline determination, measurement protocols, and credit issuance. This ensures credibility and comparability across carbon credit projects.
View Full MethodologyDirect Measurement Approach
CH4mber uses Solution #1 (direct measurement) for baseline emissions, ensuring accuracy and verifiability.
Baseline Calculation Methods
CarbonPath Methodology Options
On-site measurement of actual methane flow rates using calibrated high-flow sampling equipment.
EPA emission factors applied when direct measurement data is unavailable.
Hetek High-Flow Technology
MRV Equipment Specifications
High-Flow Sampling Protocol
- • Calibrated flow measurement (0.1-1000 L/min range)
- • GPS-tagged location data
- • Video documentation of sampling process
- • Meteorological conditions recorded
Data Quality Assurance
- • Multiple measurement campaigns per well
- • Cross-validation with satellite data
- • Independent audit requirements
- • Blockchain-secured data storage
Systematic Approach to Methane Reduction
Each step builds on the last to ensure permanent, verifiable emission reductions.
Identify High-Leak Wells
Leverage satellite CH₄ maps & ML to flag the top 5% worst-leakers out of 120k candidates.
Onsite Flow Verifications
Deploy Hetek samplers—capture calibrated logs, video & geo-photos for each candidate. This process is repeated for each well.
Secure Permits & Titles
Transfer leases, file Form 1000, and post bonds with the OCC before any work begins.
Plug, Cement & Test
Execute API-compliant P&A protocols—confirm zero methane in post-plug pressure tests.
Issue Credits
Hash all raw data to CarbonPath, pass Guardian audit, and issue traceable credits you can inspect live.
CarbonPath Methodology Summary
Key sections from the official methodology document defining standards and protocols.
Baseline Determination
- Direct measurement of methane flow rates using high-flow sampling
- EPA emission factors as fallback when direct data unavailable
- Multiple measurement campaigns for accuracy
- GPS-tagged data with video documentation
Permanent Plug & Abandon
- Compliance with state regulations and API standards
- Plug depths meeting regulatory requirements
- Post-plug pressure testing to confirm zero emissions
- Land restoration and surface rehabilitation
Monitoring & Reporting
- Independent auditors review all measurement data
- Blockchain hashing ensures data immutability
- Credit tokens minted via CarbonPath registry
- Full audit trail and transparency reporting
Full Methodology Document
Access the complete CarbonPath methodology document for detailed technical specifications, measurement protocols, and credit issuance procedures.
View CP-METH-001 DocumentMeasurable Results
Our methodology delivers quantifiable environmental benefits
100%
Permanent Reduction
Wells are permanently plugged and sealed
80x
More Potent than CO₂
Methane's 20-year warming potential
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