CEM MiddleEast - Abstract

Abstract Information :

The latest EU methane regulations require the energy sector, including active and decommissioned coal mines, to systematically monitor, report, and reduce methane emissions. This is intended to fulfill defined and regulated benchmarks, focusing on verifiability, transparency, precision, and emission reduction. To help companies and operators meet these requirements, DEUS utilizes advanced, high-precision instruments to collect real-time methane concentration data. The measurement data is aggregated using AI with meteorological information such as wind speed and direction to analyze the dispersion of emissions, quantify and identify high-emission zones influenced by local environmental factors using a quadrant-based mapping system. This study investigates the continuous methane emissions from a coal-fired power plant on a mine site using TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy) sensors installed at several fixed measurement points. Methane emissions from active and abandoned mines are a constant environmental problem, as residual coal seams can continue releasing methane long after mining has ceased. The research aims to create a basic emissions profile for the plant, monitor seasonal and operational fluctuations, and identify the sources of emissions from both the active power plant and the residual mine structures. The plant-specific emissions profile will also investigate so-called "transboundary effects." The results will assist the site in complying with EU standards, including emission intensity limits and mandatory reporting intervals, and help drive sustainable methane management practices for complex industrial environments during and after mining. The results will also serve as a basis for policy recommendations for other sites dealing with dual source emissions and contribute to effectively formulating strategies to achieve EU methane reduction targets. The research will lead to the publication of a scientific paper detailing the results and methods. This will make a valuable contribution to the wider scientific community's understanding of monitoring methane emissions from coal-fired power plants. In addition, the study will produce a comprehensive emissions report for coal mine methane management that will provide actionable recommendations to support regulatory compliance and enhance environmental stewardship. With these contributions, the study aims to improve industry best practices for monitoring and mitigating methane emissions in complex environments with multiple emission sources.