Deirdre Shepherd

With over 15 years in the oil and gas sector and a career grounded in environmental science and policy, Maggi brings a unique perspective to the evolving role of sustainability in business performance. As Director of Policy & Sustainability at Expand Energy, she operates at the intersection of regulatory strategy, ESG reporting, and operational efficiency—making her ideally positioned to explore how methane management can support both environmental goals and commercial success.

In this case study, Maggi will share how Expand Energy is rebuilding a more resilient business case for methane reduction in response to regulatory uncertainty - anchoring their strategy in a diverse set of drivers including operational efficiency, market access, and growing customer expectations.

• Unpack the operational drivers behind methane management and how these initiatives are delivering cost savings and improving efficiency across diverse assets
• Share examples of on-the-ground projects where mitigation investments have led to clear, measurable bottom-line benefits
• Connect methane performance with broader strategic priorities—including market access, regulatory certainty, and maintaining social license to operate in an increasingly transparent landscape