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.io Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Mike's back 02:47 - Emission Reduction Credits Explained 12:35 - Areas Qualifying for ERCs 16:36 - ERC Buyers: Who Can Purchase? 17:20 - Future Considerations for ERCs 19:57 - Calculating Emissions: A Guide 21:30 - Air Permits: Who Needs Them? 22:28 - Transferring Environmental Credits 24:08 - Lending Against Environmental Credits 26:52 - Future of Environmental Credit Programs 28:25 - Compliance Deadlines & Offset Ratios 34:25 - Renewable Fuels Overview 38:30 - Individuals Purchasing Renewable Natural Gas 46:18 - Contacting Mike Taylor 49:54 - Outro https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters
