Why Embedding Environmental Performance as a Business Strategy is a Competitive Advantage for Oil and Gas Companies

Aug. 28, 2026

The oil and gas industry has evolved from the early days of environmental compliance to integrating environmental performance into its operations, with exercises like methane emissions management, water management, and emissions monitoring now considered business as usual.

Operational sustainability in the energy sector is a challenge, but companies are fully onboard with improving environmental stewardship and tracking environmental performance. Unfortunately, many are concerned that they are not getting the best value from their investments.

In this Ask the Expert, Onterris, a company with a new name but decades of industry success to its credit, shares insights from a cross-industry survey of 500 senior decision-makers, the “Onterris Outlook.” Results from the report showed companies achieved quicker results by forming partnerships with consultants working as extensions of their team to implement oil and gas sustainability strategies, with 80% of respondents saying consultants helped identify new sustainability-related business opportunities, improve investor credibility, optimize operations, and enhance sustainability.

Download the Ask the Expert now to learn how partnering with a pure-play environmental provider can deliver expertise across environmental consulting for energy companies, testing, and treatment with unique technologies and scientific approaches.