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The UN Environment Programme's International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO)'s Eye on Methane data platform delivers open, reliable and actionable global methane emissions data from satellites, companies and methane science studies — all in one user-friendly interface. It is designed to empower governments and companies to drive impactful methane mitigation action, while providing transparent, reliable data to civil society and media.

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Who we are

The Eye on Methane data platform is IMEO's global methane emissions data platform. It is funded by the European Commission, Germany, Australia, Japan and Canada, as well as philanthropies such as the Global Methane Hub, Bezos Earth Fund and Google.org.

What we do

COLLECT & ANALYSE

Satellite observations alone cannot solve the methane challenge. Only a combination of top-down atmospheric observations with bottom-up measurements can provide a full, verifiable picture of emissions and drive focused action.

IMEO collects, integrates, analyses and publishes measured data from a wide range of sources to detect, monitor, measure, notify and ultimately mitigate methane emissions.

Main data streams:

Sectoral initiatives: Asset-level methane emissions data from companies in the oil and gas sector through The Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP 2.0) and in the metallurgical coal sector through the Steel Methane Programme (SMP). Find out more about The Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP 2.0) and The Steel Methane Programme (SMP).
Satellite observation: Detection and notification of large methane emissions from a dozen satellite instruments through The Methane Alert Response System (MARS). Explore concrete, real-world examples of how IMEO’s work supports action on methane reduction.
Science studies: Methane emissions data from ground surveys, drone and aerial remote sensing, and satellites. Explore the full list of IMEO science studies and download fact sheets.

TRANSLATE DATA INTO ACTION

IMEO's team of scientists measures, analyses and validates the data it collects, and notifies stakeholders of methane emissions. It then supports companies and countries who request assistance in implementing mitigation actions.

Guiding principles

Openness

IMEO built the Eye on Methane data platform to drive climate action. We invite you to use this data to identify and mitigate methane emissions. The data may not be used commercially and is shared under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0 license.

Reliability

Accuracy and scientific rigour are at the core of everything we do. All published data is thoroughly analysed and assured prior to being posted on the platform.

Actionability

IMEO translates data into practical solutions for reducing methane emissions.

Governance

IMEO engages a diverse range of stakeholders through a governance structure composed of three bodies:

IMEO Board

The IMEO Board advises UNEP on the strategic direction of IMEO, its policy relevance, annual work plan and budget.

Scientific Oversight Committee

The IMEO Scientific Oversight Committee provides oversight of the scientific functions of IMEO and consists of leading scientists with deep expertise in fields relevant to IMEO's mission.

Advisory Council

International organizations, civil society and industry representatives are engaged in IMEO's work through the Advisory Council, which provides the IMEO Board with relevant information and insights. IMEO invites organizations and companies working on issues related to methane transparency, science and capacity building to join the Advisory Council to ensure synergies.

The platform, as one of the projects of IMEO, is subject to this governance structure.

UNEP’s International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO)

Explore Eye on Methane

IMEO is a key implementing partner of the Global Methane Pledge. Nearly 160 countries have signed the Pledge, committing to collectively reduce global methane emissions by 30 per cent by 2030. IMEO’s unique global database on methane emissions is instrumental in bridging existing data gaps and helping countries deliver on their mitigation commitments.

Learn more about IMEO.