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TetraHydro Solutions has partnered with SDC Enerserve to advance an emerging market opportunity to acquire high-quality carbon credits by testing and plugging US orphan and idle oil and gas wells, while also reducing the methane emissions problem.

Abandoned orphan wells in the US are a serious problem, responsible for emitting about 31 billion cubic feet (14.9 million metric tons CO2 Eq) of methane each year. The EPA estimates there are >3.7 million orphan wells across the US (65% concentrated in 5 states) and accounts for 12% of all US GHG emissions. Methane emissions outstrip the effect of CO2 dramatically in the short term, and yet are the
more affordable quick fix and profitable means to reduce immediate climate concerns.

Responsibility for plugging orphaned wells falls to the States, Federal Agencies, and Native American tribes, which lack the funding needed to handle the methane emission problem in a practical way. Orphaned wells also negatively impact water quality and soil health, among other problems.

This is where TetraHydro Solutions and SDC Enerserve will step-in and manage orphan well tests and plugging to mitigate methane emissions. We recognize orphan and idle well leak testing and plugging as a solid opportunity, targeting high-density areas in key states for well testing and plugging, while also addressing environmental concerns.

TetraHydro Solutions is a key player in this emerging industry capable of generating high quality carbon credits plugging orphan and abandoned oil and gas wells and is approved under American Carbon Registry’s (ACR) methodology for carbon credits certification.

We are excited to announce the formation of TetraHydro Solutions, a dynamic new company focused on making a meaningful impact in the environmental and carbon credit markets. After six months of in-depth research and planning, we have formally established TetraHydro Solutions as a Texas Partnership, backed by a team of seasoned professionals with over a century of combined experience in oil and gas.

Our principals bring a wealth of knowledge to this venture, having worked alongside major players in the oil and gas industry—onshore and offshore, across North and South America, and the Middle East. We have been involved in every aspect of oil and gas operations, from owning and managing E&P companies with drilling and service rigs in North and West Texas to overseeing the complete lifecycle of oil and gas wells across eight U.S. states. Our experience spans from the initial spudding of wells to final P&A (plug and abandonment) operations, providing us with an in-depth understanding of the complexities of energy extraction and infrastructure.

Additionally, our principals have extensive experience in restructuring oil and gas assets, having worked with major banks and private equity funds. This hands-on expertise has given us unique insight into the operational challenges and opportunities within the energy sector—knowledge that now drives our efforts in the rapidly growing carbon credit space.

TetraHydro Solutions is poised to leverage the efficiency and operational excellence we’ve developed over decades working with majors and as independent owner-operators. We’re applying these skills now to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time: environmental protection. Our goal is to create lasting, positive change by contributing to a cleaner, safer environment, particularly in areas where methane emissions are a major concern. This includes safeguarding the air quality in densely populated regions and protecting vital groundwater sources used by millions for drinking water.

Our company offers a wide range of services, including methane monitoring, plug and abandonment, decommissioning of oil and gas wells and leases, well site remediation, and lease restoration. But what truly sets us apart is our innovative profit-sharing program, where E&P operators and landowners who help us identify methane leaks that are eligible for carbon credits can participate in the benefits. By working together, we can discover and address leaks while generating meaningful environmental and financial returns.

At TetraHydro Solutions, we are committed to delivering results that make a difference—not only for our clients but for the communities we serve and the planet as a whole. We are ready to put our expertise to work, ensuring a cleaner future for generations to come.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue our journey toward environmental sustainability and a brighter tomorrow.