Keegan Conley, P.E.

Experience

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  Marquez Environmental Services

  Feb 2011 - Aug 2011

  Environmental Engineer

  Industry Consultant and Air Quality Specialist for the Oil and Gas industry.Work included:Estimating dehydration emissions from midstream oil and gas facilities using GRI-Glycalc.Minimal experience using BEEST software to model emissions from an existing oil and gas processing plant. Conducted annual emission inventories for midstream oil and gas facilities in New Mexico. Drafted initial Environmental Impact Statement for a ski resort in Bend, OR.

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  Lesair Environmental, Inc

  Dec 2011 - Apr 2014

  Environmental Engineer

  Industry Consultant and Air Quality Specialist for the Oil and Gas industry.Work included:Permitting and Compliance. Leak Detection & Repair (LDAR) using FLIR technology & Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure (SPCC) inspectionsColorado APCD Regulation 7 - Monthly & Annual ReportingColorado APCD Regulation 3 - Permitting ApplicationsNorth Dakota - Tribal and State applications for new oil and gas E&P facilities.Development of new SPCC plans and re-evaluations of existing plans. Show less

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  Apex Companies, LLC

  Apr 2014 - Apr 2017

  Air Quality Engineer

  Mr. Conley is an Air Quality Engineer at ALTUS Environmental, LLC (ALTUS). He received a B.S. in Environmental Engineering from Colorado School of Mines in 2011. He has experience with federal and state air quality regulations with emphasis in the oil and gas exploration and production industry. He has experience acting as support engineer for air quality regulatory and compliance issues and has worked in a management capacity overseeing project direction and completion.Mr. Conley has established a solid understanding of the air quality permitting process and has specific experience with permitting in Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, North Dakota and Tribal Lands. His experience includes preparing air quality construction permit application packages for general and site specific permits, conducting facility compliance inspections, and ensuring permit compliance. Mr. Conley has experience working with exploration and production companies on air quality compliance and permitting. His responsibilities include assisting facilities in evaluating emissions and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. His permitting and compliance experience has involved pre-construction, modifications to existing permits and self-certification documents.Mr. Conley has assisted companies in developing and implementing Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) programs that conform to federal and local regulations. He has conducted component counts and inspections at facilities, and maintained detailed logs to to ensure compliance with Title V permits and NSPS Subpart KKK. Past duties include conducting and documenting quarterly LDAR inspections using multiple leak detection devices including a Flame Ionization Device (FID) and a thermal camera (FLIR). Show less

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  Spirit Environmental

  Apr 2017 - Nov 2021

  Project Consultant

  Project consultant working in air quality permitting and compliance. Specialize in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah.Experience:Manage air quality permits and compliance for operations in North Dakota, Colorado, and EPA Region 8. Analyze storage tank vapor control design and organize technical reports to support findings. Collaborated on the development of new business line for sustainability services, including Corporate Sustainability Reporting (CSR) and Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) building certifications. Validated internal Sustainability Management Plan and benchmarked 2019 SMP metrics. Currently, reviewing 2020 SMP metrics for improvements and opportunities. Audit GHG emissions for corporate sustainability reporting for midstream and upstream oi and gas operations.Collaborate with a local municipality on LEED Building ordinance requiring new buildings certified Silver.Developed a baseline assessment for client. Complete monthly regulation 7 flare downtime processing.Colorado permitting: specifically, engines of all types but other packages have been completed. EPA Tribal source permitting Title VNorth Dakota Construction PermittingNSPS Subpart OOOOa Compliance Monitoring Show less

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  Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

  Nov 2021 - Apr 2024

  Professional Engineer

  1. Oil and Natural Gas Annual Emission Inventory Reporting: As the Product Owner, I've led a cross-functional team of IT professionals to develop a system for collecting, validating, and storing annual emission inventory data. My responsibilities have included designing reporting forms, system testing, and creating data dashboards. I've also played a pivotal role in bridging the needs of industry, regulatory bodies, the research community, and the State of Colorado's IT department to align the system with all stakeholders' requirements.2. Methane Intensity Verification Rulemaking: I worked on the development of the Methane Intensity Verification rule, which was successfully adopted by the Air Quality Control Commission in July of 2023. I authored the initial versions of the protocol document, contributing significantly to this critical regulatory achievement.3. Operator Support: I provide technical assistance to operators, addressing their queries related to GHG emissions calculations and aiding them in completing the required annual emission inventory reporting forms and intensity planning forms.4. Technical Expertise: Within the Transmission and Distribution steering committee, tasked with setting methane intensity targets for industry operators by 2025, I offer valuable technical insights. This includes options for calculating reduction potentials and establishing realistic and achievable targets.5. Subject Matter Expertise: I am recognized as a subject matter authority in methane emissions stemming from upstream oil and gas operations. My responsibilities extend to staying current with various voluntary methane intensity reduction programs. This includes active engagement with organizations such as the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP), MiQ, Methane Guiding Principles, OneFuture, and any relevant initiatives related to methane intensity from oil and gas operations in a broader context. Show less

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  Envana Software Solutions

  May 2024 - now

  Methane regulatory advisor