Articles | Volume 25, issue 7
https://doi.org/10.5194/acp-25-4035-2025
https://doi.org/10.5194/acp-25-4035-2025
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09 Apr 2025
Research article |  | 09 Apr 2025

A data-efficient deep transfer learning framework for methane super-emitter detection in oil and gas fields using the Sentinel-2 satellite

Shutao Zhao, Yuzhong Zhang, Shuang Zhao, Xinlu Wang, and Daniel J. Varon

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Deep transfer learning assisted detection of methane super-emitters in oil and gas fields using Sentinel-2 observations[DS/OL] S. Zhao et al. https://cstr.cn/31253.11.sciencedb.15792

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We target the challenge of detecting methane super-emitters in oil and gas fields, which is critical for mitigating climate change. Traditional satellite-based detectors struggle due to interference from complex surfaces. We developed a novel method using deep transfer learning that improves detection efficiency and accuracy by reducing artifacts and adapting methane knowledge to different regions. Application revealed significant methane emissions, demonstrating the potential of our method.
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