The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has partnered with the World Bank Group to enhance the country’s upstream decarbonization efforts. This collaboration aims to strengthen Nigeria’s technical and regulatory capacity for effective emissions monitoring and management within the upstream oil and gas sector.

According to a statement released by NUPRC, the partnership was announced after a three-day Measurement, Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MMRV) Capacity Building Programme. The program was organized by NUPRC in conjunction with the World Bank Group to build capacity and align Nigeria’s upstream petroleum operations with international best practices in emissions management and carbon monetization.

Engineer Enorense Amadasu, Executive Commissioner, Development and Production at NUPRC, highlighted the significant contribution of methane emissions to Nigeria’s upstream greenhouse gas footprint. These emissions primarily result from flaring, venting, and fugitive sources. Amadasu emphasized the need for effective management of these emissions to reduce the country’s carbon footprint.

The MMRV Capacity Building Programme was designed to equip Nigeria with the necessary technical and regulatory expertise to monitor and manage emissions effectively. Engr Joseph Ogunsola, NUPRC’s Director of Energy Sustainability & Carbon Management, reiterated the Commission’s commitment to aligning Nigeria’s upstream petroleum operations with global standards in emissions management and carbon monetization.

The partnership between NUPRC and the World Bank Group is expected to play a crucial role in boosting Nigeria’s decarbonization agenda. By strengthening the country’s capacity for emissions monitoring and management, the collaboration will contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable development in the oil and gas sector. The successful implementation of this partnership will be essential in supporting Nigeria’s efforts to meet its climate change mitigation goals and transition to a low-carbon economy.