Kuva Systems, one of the leading methane emissions reducers, has been awarded a $5 million contract by the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Methane Emissions Reduction Program (MERP). This funding will make it possible for Kuva to further develop and demonstrate its new mobile-based system for remote emissions investigation over 175 oil and gas sites across the United States.

Advancing Emissions Monitoring Technology

Stefan Bokaemper, CEO of Kuva Systems, expressed excitement about the partnership, saying, “We are thrilled to receive this recognition and support from the DOE’s Methane Emissions Reduction Program. This funding enables us to advance and expand our remote emissions investigation system, which offers a cost- effective and scalable solution for our oil and gas customers to mitigate methane emissions.

He added, “Our technology simplifies the methane mitigation process by providing root causes of emissions directly to field staff, instead of just emission detections. This enables oil and gas operators to seamlessly integrate continuous emissions monitoring into their operational workflow and to mitigate emissions quickly and efficiently without the need of hiring additional staff.”

Kuva’s technology goes beyond detecting emissions; it identifies the root causes and also directly delivers the data to field staff, helping operators address emissions quickly. This feature makes the process cost-effective and seamless, allowing for easier integration of continuous emissions monitoring into operational workflows without requiring additional hires.

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Meeting Regulatory and Compliance Needs

In addition to reducing emissions, Kuva’s system supports emissions accounting and regulatory compliance. Regulators in Colorado, New Mexico, and Alberta have approved Kuva’s technology for use, as they allow advanced alternatives. Kuva is also awaiting federal approval from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

DHL Express has signed a significant agreement with Cosmo Oil Marketing Co., Ltd. to purchase Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to reduce emissions in air freight operations within Japan. DHL will start using SAF for cargo flights in April 2025, marking Asia’s first such initiative in express industry.

Key SAF Procurement Contract Details

DHL Express will purchase 7.2 million liters of SAF annually from Saffaire Sky Energy, a Cosmo Energy subsidiary. The mass production facility, set to begin operations in 2025, will manufacture the SAF. This partnership ensures a reliable SAF supply for DHL Express, helping drive sustainable air cargo transport initiatives across Japan.

Tony Khan, President of DHL Express Japan, expressed enthusiasm for the deal, stating, “We are pleased that, through our agreement with Cosmo Oil Marketing, we will be the first international express provider in Japan to use the locally produced SAF on scheduled regular cargo flights.”

He added, “SAF is currently the most effective solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in air transport. Moving forward, as part of our responsibility to customers in Japan, we are committed to promoting emission-reduced shipping solutions and to contributing to the reduction of the transport sector’s environmental impact.”

Expanding SAF Procurement Network

This agreement marks DHL’s first SAF procurement in Asia, building on global partnerships with airports like Schiphol and Los Angeles. This partnership will also supply SAF to Nagoya Airport, making it the first Asian airport to use SAF in DHL’s network.

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Enhancing GoGreen Plus with SAF

Since 2022, DHL Express has provided GoGreen Plus, enabling customers to offset Scope 3 emissions with SAF. DHL sources the fuel for this program through large-scale contracts, partnering with BP, Neste, and World Energy. The International Sustainability & Carbon Certification Credit Transfer System tracks SAF’s environmental impact, ensuring transparency and credibility across the supply chain.

Moreover, the GoGreen Plus service lets users worldwide benefit from SAF, no matter the source or aircraft, through the book-and-claim system.