Opportunities for research under the B.C. Oil & Gas Methane Emissions Research Collabourative (BC MERC)

BC OGRIS, working with the BC MERC, are advertising the following Request For Proposals (RFP) with a response requested by January 15, 2026 to the address listed in the RFP:

Defining Alternative Leak Detection and Repair Programs for B.C.

• To identify and define the technical and regulatory parameters necessary to evaluate and enable equivalent alternative Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) programs in British Columbia (B.C.), with the goal of supporting more flexible, cost-effective, and operationally efficient compliance with fugitive methane emission regulations. A copy of the RFP can be obtained from the Opportunities page of this website.

Surface Casing Vent Flow Pressure Relief Device Study

• To assess the efficacy of burst plate installation with a focus on piping orientation, device geometry, and risk assessment to ensure reliable operation and methane emission reduction. Key goals include identifying optimal designs, assessing risks introduced by installation, and evaluating consequences of pressure exceedance or failure. A copy of the RFP can be obtained from the Opportunities page of this website.