Events

The Canadian Shale Water Management Exhibition and Conference held at the Carriage Hotel and Conference Centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on May 24 and 25, 2023, was a premier industry event focused on the latest developments and advancements in shale water management. The conference brought together industry experts, professionals, and service providers to share knowledge, discuss challenges, and explore innovative solutions in the field of water treatment, recycling, and reuse for the shale industry.

1. Economic Assessment for Shale Water Management Strategies: Attendees gained insights into understanding the economic fundamentals and making a business case for shale water management strategies. The focus was on finding low-cost and low-risk solutions in water treatment, recycling, and reuse, ensuring cost efficiency in light of the current oil price market.

2. Treatment and Disposal Options for Water: The event provided an opportunity to evaluate different treatment options for water reuse and disposal, avoiding common pitfalls and learning from recent results shared by shale water management experts. Case studies were presented to guide participants in building the right water management plan.

3. New Technologies and Technical Know-How: The conference explored the latest advances in water treatment, recycling, and reuse, as well as the tools available to improve efficiencies in shale operations. Attendees gained insights into cutting-edge technologies and technical know-how to enhance their water management practices.

4. Regulatory Compliance and Industry Standards: Key regulators and environmental bodies shared updates on upcoming regulations and industry standards for produced water management. This ensured that attendees were equipped with the necessary knowledge to ensure their water management programs meet the latest requirements.

5. Operational Case Studies and Successful Water Management Programs: Participants gained valuable insights from shale plays across the region, with a focus on implementing strategies that have proven successful in water management. Operational case studies provided practical examples to support the development of effective water management programs.

Sessions, Speakers and Key Topics

1. Frac Water Applications and Volume Projections

• Speaker: Tim Leshchyshyn from FracKnowledge
• Driving trends, produced conventional water, frac water, water projections

2. Sustainable Frac Water Use and Reuse

• Speaker: Jeannine Schmid from ChampionX
• Key Topics: Bacteria monitoring, mitigation in frac water, produced water reuse, case study

3. Produced Water – Is Treatment Necessary?

• Speaker: David Bromley from DBE-RSL
• Key Topics: Treatment for reuse, RSL Membrane™ technology, case studies

4. Treatment of Produced Water for Removing Organic Materials and Heavy Metals

• Speaker: Hassan Dehghanpour from the University of Alberta
• Key Topics: Formation damage reduction, treatment technologies, case studies

5. Mobile On-Site Frac Flowback Fluid Treatment Service

• Speaker: Ron Lincz from Avonlea Environmental Services Corp.
• Key Topics: Contaminant removal, cost savings, environmental impacts

6. HDPE-Lined Produced/Flowback Water Evaporation and Recycling Ponds

• Speaker: Neil Nowak from SCS Engineers
• Key Topics: Disposal and recycling, environmental safety, HDPE utilization, case studies

7. Sustainable Water Management Solution in the Western Canadian Basin

• Speakers: Steve Herman from WaterSMART Solutions Ltd and Tanya Fagnan from geoLOGIC systems ltd
• Key Topics: Effective water management, software for data management, regulatory approvals

8. Frac Flowback Water Treatment and Recovery Solutions

• Speaker: Ariel Lechter from Clean Water Technology, Inc
• Key Topics: Sustainable reuse solutions, introduction of technologies (GEM System/Membranes/Swingmill)

9. Innovative and Robust Flotation Technology Simplifies Produced Water Treatment

• Speaker: Steinar Asdahl from Stauper Offshore AS
• Key Topics: Technology overview, comparison to competitive technology, Canadian SAGD tests

10. How to Lower Costs and Increase Compliance with Water Management

• Speaker: Chad Hayden from GALATEA TECHNOLOGIES
• Key Topics: Digitalization journey for clients, optimization through digitized data, future of logistics automation

11. Life Cycle Digital Solution for Shale Water Management and Regulatory Compliance

• Speakers: Alberto Alva from Process Ecology Inc and Amit Bhargava from EnviroApps Inc
• Key Topics: Optimal water management plans, compliance through digital solutions, ESG data collection

12. Lithium Recovery and CO₂ Mineralization from Flowback and Produced Water

• Speaker: Chad Hayden from GALATEA TECHNOLOGIES
• Key Topics: Digitalization journey for clients, optimization through digitized data, future of logistics automation

13. Electrical Surveys to Identify Punctures: Live Demonstration of Leak Survey

• Speaker: Chad Hayden from GALATEA TECHNOLOGIES
• Key Topics: Digitalization journey for clients, optimization through digitized data, future of logistics automation

14. Revolutionary Process to Control Water Production in Shale Wells

• Speaker: Chad Hayden from GALATEA TECHNOLOGIES
• Key Topics: Digitalization journey for clients, optimization through digitized data, future of logistics automation

Final Thoughts

Throughout the event, attendees had the opportunity to participate in in-depth presentations, engage in networking sessions, and gain valuable industry insights. The conference provided a platform for professionals to share results, experiences, and industry best practices. Attendees benefited from the expertise of speakers, service providers, and industry leaders who presented new technological advancements, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction strategies.

The Canadian Shale Water Management Exhibition and Conference was an exceptional opportunity to integrate with a multitude of industry stakeholders and explore new techniques for overcoming the challenges faced by the current market. The event served as a platform for fostering collaboration and innovation in the field of shale water management.

Process Ecology Inc., actively participated in the event. We showcase our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in shale water management. With our expertise in developing optimal water management plans and providing digital solutions for compliance, cost savings, and ESG data collection, we continue to contribute to the industry's progress.

By attending events like the Canadian Shale Water Management Exhibition and Conference, professionals in the shale water management sector can stay at the forefront of industry trends and advancements. The knowledge and insights gained from this event will undoubtedly contribute to the ongoing efforts of attendees in optimizing water management practices, meeting regulatory requirements, and ensuring sustainable operations.

Process Ecology remains dedicated to participating in relevant industry events, as we continue to drive innovation and deliver solutions that optimize water management in the shale industry.