The Center for Methane Research (CMR) is a science-led initiative dedicated to advancing technical understanding and operational excellence in methane management. Serving industry, regulators, and stakeholders, CMR provides a rigorous, evidence-based platform for evaluating methane’s role in natural gas systems, from production and infrastructure to end-use, through the lens of energy resiliency and public safety. CMR provides a trusted platform for understanding methane’s role in natural gas production, infrastructure integrity, and end-use applications.

CMR curates and synthesizes peer-reviewed scientific articles and authoritative technical information to support consistent, high-integrity decision-making. Its research efforts prioritize precision and reproducibility, focusing on methane’s behavior in atmospheric chemistry, its physical properties, and its implications for infrastructure reliability and operational safety. It also facilitates and conducts independent research, emphasizing methane’s relevance to operational safety and system reliability. Through this work, CMR contributes to the development of robust, science-informed strategies for a secure and resilient energy future.