An atmospheric scientist in Summerland, CA grapples with an invisible threat—methane leaking from abandoned oil wells—in a fight to reveal how addressing these long-neglected remnants of our past could be pivotal in the fight against climate change. “Greetings from Summerland” reveals the little-known history and environmental aftermath of the world’s first offshore oil wells in Summerland, California, from their origins in the 1800s to contemporary capping efforts. This investigative documentary delves into these early oil ventures’ significant local and global repercussions. By spotlighting the critical issue of methane emissions from abandoned wells, it emphasizes the urgent need for increased awareness, innovative solutions, and collective action to address environmental degradation and safeguard our planet’s future resources.