Methane leaks in Canada
Satellites have detected 18 methane plumes at 6 sites in Canada since 2024, 11 of them in the 12 months to 1 Sep 2026.
11
Plumes, last 12 months
6
Sites
114,000 kg/h
Largest plume, last 12 months
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Notified sites where the operator responded to UNEP
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Biggest plumes in the last 12 months
| Detected | Site | Emission rate | Likely operator | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov 2025Waste / landfill | — | 114,000 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 16 Oct 2025Oil & gas | — | 63,000 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 9 Oct 2025Oil & gas | — | 27,000 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 10 Oct 2025Oil & gas | — | 22,000 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 19 Nov 2025Oil & gas | — | 19,000 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 25 May 2026Waste / landfill | CAN_S_004 | 7,168 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 29 May 2026Waste / landfill | CAN_S_004 | 2,584 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 6 May 2026Oil & gas | CAN_S_003 | 1,327 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 10 Apr 2026Oil & gas | CAN_S_002 | 1,044 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
| 13 Jun 2026Waste / landfill | CAN_S_005 | 637 kg/h | Not yet attributed | View |
Who operates these sites
Not yet attributed
Plumes by sector, last 12 months
Sites that leak most often
| Site | Plumes, last 12 months | Largest detected rate | Last seen | Likely operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAN_S_004Landfill · Frequent | 24 total | 7,168 kg/h | 29 May 2026 | Not yet attributed |
| CAN_S_006Compressor station | 11 total | — | 9 Aug 2026 | Not yet attributed |
| CAN_S_005Landfill | 11 total | 637 kg/h | 13 Jun 2026 | Not yet attributed |
| CAN_S_003Tank batteries | 11 total | 1,327 kg/h | 6 May 2026 | Not yet attributed |
| CAN_S_002Pipeline valve · Frequent | 11 total | 1,044 kg/h | 10 Apr 2026 | Not yet attributed |
| CAN_S_001Chemical plant component | 01 total | 4,587 kg/h | 10 Oct 2024 | Not yet attributed |
Authorities you can notify
Of 3 sites UNEP notified in Canada, operators responded on 3.
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