Oilfield Water Weekly

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Here is this week’s industry news & analysis…


News Digest

Deep Blue Closes Acquisition of Environmental Disposal Systems from Diamondback

Doubles scale in the Midland Basin.

LandBridge Announces Agreement to Acquire ~37,500 Total Acres in the Delaware Basin

Acreage offers existing cash flows and significant future revenue growth opportunities via high-quality pore space and strategic surface access. Acquisition of acreage across Loving, Reeves, Winkler and Ward counties increases total holdings to ~300,000 surface acres...

Cutting Edge Agenda To Reveal Executive Insights For 2026 & Beyond In The Produced Water Business

10.30.25. Houstonian Hotel. Data driven keynotes. Engaging round tables. Forecasts. Commercial trends. Actionable case studies. Taxes in water? Plenty of networking time. E&P perspective. Nuclear waste. Solutions. Investing trends. Corporate strategy. Facility of the future. Check it out!

RWI Enhanced Evaporation Feature Article

Check out this article in Power Engineering Magazine showcasing RWI Enhanced Cooling towers.

Why Class I Wells Matter: A Hidden Key to Smarter Permian Planning

As the Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) rolls out new permitting rules for Class II injection wells in the Permian Basin, a category of wells is coming into sharper focus: Class I industrial disposal wells. While historically overlooked by many oil and gas operators, these facilities—regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)—are becoming a critical source of subsurface intelligence.

Innovative New Feature Debuts At Water Gatherhering This Fall

This October 30th, we are rolling out a brand new conference feature at the Houstonian. Enjoy drink service and enlightened conversations during "Water & Wine" as you engage with thought leaders on hot industry topics!

WATER TALENT POOL: LiqTech Opening

Looking for a Sales & Business Development Director to join the team at LiqTech - support and grow industrial client base across Europe and the U.S.

WATER TALENT POOL: WaterBridge Opening

Investor Relations Analyst...

WATER TALENT POOL: Gulfport Opening

The position is an EHS Specialist - Production at our St. Clairsville, OH location...

WATER TALENT POOL: Ogallala Land & Water Conservancy Opening

The Ogallala Land & Water Conservancy (OLWC) is seeking an Assistant Executive Director — an apprentice-to-leader pathway into the Executive Director role by January 2026.

WaterTectonics and Clearvale Capital Launch WT Oil & Gas: Delivering High-Volume Produced Water Recycling and Reuse Across the Permian Basin

WaterTectonics, in partnership with Clearvale Capital, is pleased to announce the launch of WT Oil & Gas, a new subsidiary formed to deliver high-volume, high-performance water treatment solutions to the oil and gas industry. Based in Midland, Texas, WT Oil & Gas will serve operators across the Permian and Delaware Basins with advanced technologies for produced water recycling and reuse.

Recycling water is a smarter path for New Mexico's future | Opinion

Water is the lifeblood of New Mexico. From our farms and ranches to our families and businesses,every drop matters. As our state faces ongoing drought and rising demand, we must look at everyavailable tool to protect and stretch our water resources. One innovative solution is already taking rootin the oil and gas industry: the recycling and reuse of wastewater.

Sold Out Sponsorships Show High Demand For Our Next Event!

We are out of sponsorships, but not seats (yet)! You can still register to join industry leaders at the prestigious Houstonian Hotel on 10/30 for the top event of 2H25 for engaging with top business leaders in produced water...

TX Data Centers Need Water - Can Produced Water Help??

From the Panhandle to the Rio Grande Valley, Texas’ water supply is limited. The strain is particularly acute in rural West Texas and other areas of the state that face regular drought. Data centers, especially those used for artificial intelligence, can use an extraordinary amount of water. The state does not yet require most data centers to report their water usage.

EPA Issues Permit for New Wastewater Injection Well in McKean County

On September 24, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) granted Sandstone Development, LLC a permit for an oil and gas wastewater injection well in Lafayette Township, in McKean County. The permit authorizes Sandstone to inject up to 10,500 gallons per day of produced fluids from the McKay 7A conventional well to enhance oil and gas recovery in the McKay Lease area.

Water Science Corner: Marcellus Produced Water Study...

Some Marcellus wells produce larger volumes of high-salinity fluids months or years into production, pointing to the possibility of out-of-zone water production.

Yikes.... Activists offering parody 'produced water tastings' say they were ousted from Balloon Fiesta

“Have a taste, have a taste,” coaxed actors, posing as parody oil and gas company Exxtreme Energy, offering a sip of what they said was “produced water” — a byproduct of hydraulic fracturing.

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Detailed Agenda

Monday - May 5, 2025 | Pre-Conference

Start TimeDescription
10:30 am
Private meeting, separate registration required
12:00 pm
Private meeting, separate registration required
1:00 pm
Private meeting, separate registration required
2:00 pm
In the Irving Convention Center Ballroom
5:00 pm
Private meeting, separate registration required
6:00 pm
Open to all conference registrants; drinks, snacks, entertainment; sponsored by
7:30 pm
Invitation only, sponsored by
7:30 pm

Tuesday - May 6, 2025 | Conference Day 1

Start TimeDescription
7:30 am
In exhibit hall
8:15 am
kick-off sponsored by
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection
8:30 am
  • Ryan Hassler, Rystad Energy
9:00 am
  • Tracee Bentley, Permian Strategic Partnership [Chair]
  • Ray Perryman, The Perryman Group
  • Karr Ingham, Texas Alliance of Energy Producers
  • Kirk Edwards P.E., Latigo Petroleum
9:45 am
  • Kelly Bennett, B3 Insight
10:15 am
break sponsor
10:45 am
  • Brian Bohm, Independent [Chair]
  • Steven Runyan, Coterra Energy
  • John Cave, Expand Energy
  • Chance Freeman, Civitas Resources
  • Tyler Mitchell, Devon Energy
11:30 am
  • Robert Ballantyne, RWI Enhanced Evaporation
11:35 am
  • Bentsen Falb, Raymond James [Chair]
  • Nick Patterson, Aris Water Solutions
  • Jon VandenBrand, Western Midstream
  • Zach Neal, Pilot Water Solutions
12:15 pm
With time to visit exhibit hall; Sponsorship available
1:30 pm
  • Tim Carroll, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.
  • James Brewins, Price Forbes & Partners
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection [Moderator]
1:50 pm
  • Michael Bodino, Texas Capital Bank
1:55 pm
  • Jason Schumacher, O’Melveny & Myers LLP
2:15 pm
3 rotations (15-minute each) to join tables hosted by E&P representatives for candid dialog
  • The Facility Of The Future In Produced Water (Steven Runyan, Coterra Energy)
  • Loving/Reeves County Mid- to Long-term Production Assurance & Water Disposal Plans (Kirby Lindsey, Oxy)
  • Land & Water (Chance Freeman, Civitas Resources)
  • Where Does Water Midstream Fit In E&P Portfolios (Tyler Mitchell, Devon Energy)
  • Evaporators & Crystallizers (Paul Hart, Diversified)
  • Beneficial Reuse Public-Facing Strategy (Stuart Mussler, Chevron)
  • Water Reuse & Recycling (John Cave, Expand Energy)
  • Nanotechnology for Subsurface Water Management (Steve Gornick, 9Band Operating)
3:00 pm
In exhibit hall
3:30 pm
  • Patrick Patton, B3 Insight [Chair]
  • Ted Wooten, Railroad Commission of Texas
  • Annan Pascoe, Deep Blue Water
  • Taylor Sanchez, Diamondback
  • Kirby Lindsey, Occidental Oil & Gas Corporation
4:10 pm
  • Kieron Jeffries, Concept Tanks
4:15 pm
  • Casey Lowary, Texas Capital Bank [Chair]
  • Cory Hall, AQT Water Management
  • Dan Montgomery, Bison Water Midstream
  • Stan Berry, S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • Benjamin Johnson, Texas Capital Securities
5:00 pm
Sponsored by
6:30 pm
Evening free for client dinners

Wednesday - May 7, 2025 | Conference Day 2

Start TimeDescription
8:00 am
In exhibit hall
9:00 am
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection
9:15 am
  • Doug Robison, Natura Resources
  • Justin Sink, Natura Resources
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection [Moderator]
9:45 am
  • Dane Broussard, CORE Linepipe [Chair]
  • Robert Crain, Texas Pacific Water Resources
  • Taylor Spalla, Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP
  • Chris Harich, XRI
10:30 am
break sponsor
11:00 am
  • Brandon Durrett, Jackson Walker LLP [Chair]
  • Keith Gardner, KJG Strategies
  • David Grounds, Pilot Water Solutions
  • Nate Alleman, Ace Energy Advisors
11:40 am
  • Rob Rice, Gravity
  • Michael Anderson, Layne Water Midstream
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection (Moderator)
12:00 pm
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection
12:15 pm
Exhibitor breakdown; time for pickleball tournament preparation, transportation, and lunch at courts
1:00 pm
At Chicken N Pickle with open bar and food provided; open only to conference registrants who sign up for player or spectator passes during online registration; swag and pro lesson included plus play for bragging rights.
title belt and trophies sponsored by
paddle and ball sponsored by
towels courtesy of
socks courtesy of
sweat bands courtesy of
5:30 pm
Conference adjourns