Insight M

About Insight M

Established in 2014 by brothers Tom and Ryan Ingersoll, Insight M operates as a specialized methane emissions management consultancy. The firm's foundation is rooted in the founders' extensive experience; Tom Ingersoll previously served as the CEO of Skybox Imaging, a satellite imaging company acquired by Google, while Ryan Ingersoll brought his expertise as a scientist from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This combination of commercial satellite imaging and atmospheric science expertise underpins the company's core value proposition.

Insight M primarily serves the oil and gas industry, offering solutions designed to help operators reduce their methane emissions. The company's business model centers on providing actionable data and consulting to improve operational efficiency and mitigate regulatory and public scrutiny. By helping clients keep gas within their infrastructure, the company directly impacts their bottom line while addressing environmental concerns. The market for methane management is driven by increasing environmental regulations, investor pressure for stronger ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance, and the financial incentive to prevent gas loss.

The company's flagship service is a high-frequency aerial methane detection platform. This technology is deployed to survey client operations, such as pipelines and production facilities, to identify the precise location and size of methane leaks. The data gathered allows oil and gas operators to prioritize repairs effectively, focusing on the most significant emission sources to maximize the impact of their maintenance efforts. Insight M reports that its services have enabled customers to save over $500 million in gas value by mitigating more than 140 billion cubic feet of atmospheric methane.