From an environmental standpoint, flaring is less detrimental than venting. When combusted, natural gas (typically methane) releases by-products such as CO2 and soot, which are less impactful in terms of global warming contribution.
From an environmental standpoint, flaring is less detrimental than venting. When combusted, natural gas (typically methane) releases by-products such as CO2 and soot, which are less impactful in terms of global warming contribution.