Last year this was our hottest breakout session so we’ve decided to make it prime time! In this panel we will hear from multiple operators sharing short anecdotes of how the Picarro solution has added value, led them to surprising insights, offered an unexpected or shoulder benefit from their initial use case, or otherwise increased safety, efficiency, or improved outcome.

Each panelist shared their experiences and success stories associated with using Picarro in their respective companies. The stories ranged from mitigating transmission leaks to creating emission baselines and moving to more effective survey methods. The use of Picarro was emphasized for improving safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

• Brittany Strout of Summit Utilities discussed a unique situation they encountered in 2023 and how they mitigated the risk.
• Daniel Warkentin from CenterPoint Energy shared their experience with establishing regional emission baselines.
• Brianna Eberle from NIPSCO discussed how they transitioned from a five-year survey to a three-year survey.
• Joel Settles from CPS Energy shared two stories about how they were able to find previously missed leaks.

Moderator: Tanner Orland, Client Program Manager, Picarro

Panelists:
Britney Strout, Pipeline Integrity Leader, Summit
Joel Settles, Manager Leak Survey, CPS Energy
Daniel Warkentin, Gas System Integrity and Reliability Engineer, CenterPoint Energy
Brianna Eberle, NiSource

Key Takeaways:

• Leveraging Technology: Advanced technology plays a crucial role in managing risks and improving safety in gas transmission systems.
• Setting Benchmarks: Utilizing innovative solutions aids in setting emission benchmarks and tracking progress in reducing emissions.
• Cutting-Edge Methods: Implementing cutting-edge methods enhances efficiency and accuracy in leak surveys, allowing for increased inspection frequency.
• Modernize: Modern techniques are effective in detecting and addressing gas leaks, even in demanding scenarios like odor complaints.

Selected Links/Material:

• CPS Energy environmental commitment
• Summit Utilities environmental stewardship
• NiSource sustainability commitment
• CenterPoint Energy Net Zero by 2035