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SPE Workshop: Water Full Life Cycle Management for Effective Resource Development
5–6 May 2026 | Hudson 6th Floor 200 8 Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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SPE Workshop: Full Life Cycle Water Management for Effective Resource Development
5–6 May 2026 | Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Session 1: Beyond Disposal: Produced Water Treatment Strategies

05 May 2026

Session Chairs: Liam Cross, Cenovus; Kiel Crowe, Vermillion Energy; Roberta Wasylishen, Fluid Intelligence

Presentations:

H2S Removal from Produced Water. Yes, it can be Done - Cost Efficiently
Joffre Jorgensen, Stimulate Energy Services; Chris Martel, Tourmaline

Produced Water Pond Maintenance - Vermilion Energy Case Study
Ken Bisgrove, Vermillion

Business Models for Direct Mineral Extraction from Produced Water
Paul Chernik, Sproule ERCE

This session explores how industry is embracing Produced Water reuse while addressing common operational challenges.  Experts will share best practices for sour water treatment, effective pond maintenance including skimming and shock treatment, and emerging opportunities in critical mineral extraction from Produced Water. This session will highlight how operators can improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and unlock new value streams by rethinking Produced Water Management as a resource opportunity rather than a liability.