Dhaka Methane Leak Repairs, Bangladesh
Key Facts:
- Sustainable infrastructure | Energy efficiency project
- Reduces 3+ million tCO2e per year of methane
- Supports 5 of the 17 UN SDGs
- Verified under VCS
Challenge
Over 21 million people live in Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, and rely on natural gas networks in disrepair. Gas leaks from the aging infrastructure network mean unreliable service and harmful methane emissions. Reducing methane leakage is an international priority.
Solution
This successful CDM project has transferred to the VCS to continue issuing credits to finance the training an adoption of new technology, called Leak Detectors and Hi-Flow Samplers, to find and repair gas leaks. Advanced sealant materials are used to ensure long lasting repairs.
Impact
To date, the project has trained 70 locals, plus 30 support staff, who have checked over 500,000 gas risers and fixed
over 37,000 leaks. Reducing methane emissions is particularly important as methane is 20 times more potent as a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide.
Delivering towards the Global Goals
Good Health & Wellbeing
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all ages
Affordable and Clean Energy
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialisation and foster innovation
Responsible Consumption and Production
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Climate Action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impact
