A Nova Scotia university research project will be in the area of the Petrolia Landfill on Oil Heritage Road this week.
Environmental Research from St. Francis Xavier University will start Monday and continue until May 18.
This is an international project and tests will be conducted to evaluate a range of methane detection technologies that can help improve environmental monitoring and support long-term sustainability.
Methane, natural gas will be released under controlled and safe conditions. The tests will be carefully monitored by university researchers.
Residents may notice increased activity around the landfill, including flying drones, planes, helicopters and other specialized equipment.
Another round of testing will be conducted from June 2 to June 15.