About this episode
Think emission credits are just for tree huggers and big corporations? Think again, there’s serious money on the table, and most folks in oil and gas, manufacturing, or even landfill operations don’t even realize it. We're talking \$300K-a-ton kind of money. This episode pulls back the curtain on how emission reduction credits actually work and why so many small and mid-sized businesses are missing out on a goldmine sitting right under their noses. From shutting down old gear to investing in cleaner tech, there's a legit way to make money just by playing smart with emissions. It’s a no-BS look at how the system works, where the real value is, and how a little planning can pay off big time.Click here to watch a video of this episode.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to view the episode transcript.
00:00 - Mike's back02:47 - Emission Reduction Credits Explained12:35 - Areas Qualifying for ERCs16:36 - ERC Buyers: Who Can Purchase?17:20 - Future Considerations for ERCs19:57 - Calculating Emissions: A Guide21:30 - Air Permits: Who Needs Them?22:28 - Transferring Environmental Credits24:08 - Lending Against Environmental Credits26:52 - Future of Environmental Credit Programs28:25 - Compliance Deadlines & Offset Ratios34:25 - Renewable Fuels Overview38:30 - Individuals Purchasing Renewable Natural Gas46:18 - Contacting Mike Taylor49:54 - Outrohttps://twitter.com/collide_iohttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.iohttps://www.facebook.com/collide.iohttps://www.instagram.com/collide.iohttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_iohttps://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters
