The oil and gas industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. Traditionally associated with high greenhouse gas emissions, resource extraction, and environmental risk, it now faces increasing pressure to transition toward sustainability. Governments, investors, and society demand cleaner operations, lower emissions, and transparent environmental governance. In response, sustainability-driven research and development (R&D) is reshaping the oil and gas sector, ushering in innovations prioritizing environmental stewardship, energy efficiency, and long-term viability. This article explores the current sustainability R&D trends in the oil and gas industry, highlighting technological advances, evolving practices, and emerging frameworks redefining energy production in the 21st century.
Katterbauer et al. (Tue,) studied this question.