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RMI increases energy efficiency, slashes methane leakage, and removes carbon dioxide

To reduce costs and pollutants we need to double energy efficiency, cut methane emissions from fossil fuels, and capture and remove carbon dioxide to offset industries that are harder to electrify. RMI works with organizations and stakeholders to reduce the amount of energy wasted through inefficient equiptment, energy sources, and leaks. 

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Legacy energy systems are incredibly inefficient

40% of what we spend on energy is wasted due to fossil fuel inefficiency.

2/3

of fossil fuel energy is wasted in energy production, transportation, and use

$4.6 trillion

Value of wasted energy per year

250 billion

cubic meters per year is wasted on methane leaks and flaring

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Efficiency

Carbon Dioxide Removal

Carbon Dioxide Removal

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Integrative Design: A Disruptive Source of Expanding Returns to Investments in Energy Efficiency

Integrative Design: A Disruptive Source of Expanding Returns to Investments in Energy Efficiency

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The Incredible Inefficiency of the Fossil Energy System

The Incredible Inefficiency of the Fossil Energy System

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June 4, 2024
Methane 101: Why it matters, where it comes from, and how to tackle it.

Methane 101: Why it matters, where it comes from, and how to tackle it.

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February 27, 2026
Seizing the Industrial Carbon Removal Opportunity

Seizing the Industrial Carbon Removal Opportunity

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April 30, 2025

Doubling down on methane mitigation

  • Every molecule of methane leaked across the oil and gas supply chain or burned in a flare is precious energy wasted and revenue lost.

    T.J Conway

    RMI Principal, Climate Data
    Explore RMI's Methane Work
    T.J Conway

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