The methane regulation’s requirements for annual reporting of methane emissions will come into force in 2026. Is your company ready?

The methane regulation is a key tool in the EU’s climate strategy to reduce methane emissions, and it places a number of requirements on companies, including leak detection (LDAR – Leak Detection and Repair) as well as the measurement and reporting of methane in order to comply with the EU regulation.

In 2026, the implementation of requirements for annual LDAR reporting begins. This means that companies must be equipped with precise measurement equipment and reliable systems for monitoring methane.

“Methane is an extremely potent greenhouse gas, and the regulation requires both continuous monitoring and documentation. Our analysis systems are designed to meet the requirements found in industries such as oil and gas, both in terms of accuracy, operational reliability, and reporting,” says Thomas Gliese, Head of SYSTEMS at HYTOR.

What does the methane regulation mean for the industry?

The EU regulation requires:

• Registration and reporting of methane emissions
• Regular leak detection through Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR)
• Limitation of flaring and venting, i.e. the burning and release of gas

For many operators, this means that existing measurement equipment is no longer sufficient, and that investment in new solutions is necessary to comply with the legislation.