Bureau Veritas Drives Methane Accountability at ECADIN High-Level Convening
Advancing Methane Transparency, Regulation, and Verification in Indonesia’s Oil & Gas Sector
Indonesia’s oil and gas sector is entering a new phase of environmental accountability as methane emissions become a central focus in the global energy transition. Methane is responsible for approximately 30% of global temperature rise since the industrial revolution, making it a critical target for climate mitigation efforts.
At the ECADIN High-Level Convening on Methane held on 10 June 2026 in Jakarta, key stakeholders across government, industry, and technical organizations gathered to discuss the future of methane management in Indonesia.
The event highlighted the urgent need to move beyond voluntary commitments toward structured regulatory frameworks, reflecting a global shift toward measurable, transparent, and verifiable emissions data.
Source: IEA Global Methane Tracker (2025)
ECADIN’s Call for Stronger Methane Regulation
During the forum, the Energy Academy Indonesia (ECADIN) emphasized that methane mitigation must be supported by enforceable national policies.
“What we want to further support is how methane reduction—especially in the oil and gas sector—can be incorporated into regulations or policy frameworks in our country,”
— Candra Sutama, COO ECADIN
ECADIN also highlighted that while many Indonesian operators have joined international initiatives such as OGMP 2.0, implementation remains largely voluntary—limiting its effectiveness without regulatory backing.
This reinforces the need for Indonesia to establish a structured methane governance framework aligned with international best practices.
Why Methane Transparency is Becoming a Global Requirement
Bureau Veritas’ presentation carried out by Kidung Ajisurya, Sales Director for Southeast Asia – INDUSTRY, at ECADIN underscored how methane management is rapidly evolving from an environmental concern into a business and regulatory imperative.
“The global trend is moving from methane awareness to methane transparency, accountability, and verification.”
— Kidung Ajisurya
Global drivers include:
- Paris Agreement commitments requiring measurable emissions reduction
- OGMP 2.0 framework promoting measurement-based reporting and transparency
- Global Methane Pledge targeting 30% reduction by 2030
- EU Methane Regulation requiring transparency across supply chains
These developments are pushing operators toward higher data accuracy, transparency, and independent verification.
From Measurement to Trust: The Role of MMRV
A key focus of Bureau Veritas’ contribution was the implementation of MMRV (Measurement, Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification) systems.
The process includes:
- Emission inventory (initial baseline assessment)
- Source-level measurement (OGMP Level 4) for fugitive emissions, venting, and flaring
- Site-level measurement (OGMP Level 5) using drones, satellites, and advanced modeling
- Reconciliation and independent verification to ensure data accuracy
“Independent assurance turns measurements into credible, decision-ready methane data.”
“Different technologies provide different perspectives—independent verification reconciles results and builds confidence in methane reporting.”
— Kidung Ajisurya
This integrated approach transforms raw measurements into trusted, decision-ready data, enabling:
- Regulatory compliance
- Investment-grade ESG reporting
- Operational efficiency improvements
Technology-Driven Methane Detection and Quantification
Bureau Veritas highlighted advanced technologies currently deployed globally, including:
- Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) for real-time leak detection
- Hi-Flow Samplers for precise emission quantification
- FID analyzers for rapid detection
- FTIR and infrared technologies for gas composition analysis
- Satellite and drone-based monitoring for large-scale emissions mapping
These technologies support both bottom-up (source-level) and top-down (site-level) measurement strategies essential for OGMP compliance.
Methane Transparency as an Economic and Strategic Advantage
Beyond environmental benefits, the event emphasized that methane reduction delivers tangible business value. Globally, the energy sector—including oil and gas—accounts for more than 35% of methane emissions, highlighting significant mitigation potential.
Additionally, up to 40% of methane emissions from oil and gas operations can be reduced at no net cost using existing technologies.
“Methane transparency is no longer only an environmental requirement—it is becoming a business, financing, and market-access requirement.”
— Kidung Ajisurya
This translates into:
- Reduced product loss from leaks
- Improved operational efficiency
- Lower ESG risk for investors
- Enhanced market access, particularly in Europe
As highlighted during the forum, methane management is no longer optional—it is increasingly tied to financing, regulatory compliance, and competitiveness in global energy markets.
Building Indonesia’s Methane Governance Ecosystem
Bureau Veritas presented a structured pathway for Indonesia’s methane journey:
- Voluntary reporting and pilot projects
- Standardized measurement and reporting
- Independent verification and assurance
- Policy integration and incentives
“Success requires collaboration among government, industry, investors, and assurance providers to create a trusted methane management ecosystem.”
— Kidung Ajisurya
This phased approach requires collaboration among:
- Government regulators
- Oil & gas operators
- Investors and financial institutions
- Technology and assurance providers
The Role of Bureau Veritas in Supporting Indonesia
As a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, Bureau Veritas plays a crucial role in enabling methane accountability through:
- OGMP 2.0 compliance support
- End-to-end emissions monitoring solutions
- Independent verification and assurance
- Advanced measurement technologies deployment
By bridging the gap between measurement and trust, Bureau Veritas ensures that emissions data is credible, auditable, and aligned with international standards.
Conclusion
The ECADIN convening marks an important milestone in Indonesia’s methane journey. As the country moves toward stronger regulatory frameworks, the integration of technology, transparency, and independent assurance will be critical.
Bureau Veritas, through its expertise in inspection, certification, and sustainability assurance, plays a key role in supporting Indonesia’s methane sector as it evolves toward a safer, more transparent, and lower-carbon future aligned with global energy transition standards.