With water’s role in energy production more critical than ever, organizers of a fast-approaching annual conference on that subject promise that this year’s iteration will be the most impactful yet. The University of Texas Permian Basin’s annual Permian Basin Water in Energy Conference (PBWIEC) will convene March 4–6, 2025, offering opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and industry recognition. PBWIEC provides a platform for companies to connect and showcase their leadership in sustainable water management and energy innovation. Highlights of the 2025 PBWIEC include a lineup of industry experts addressing water’s pivotal role in shaping the future of the Permian Basin’s energy sector; the first-ever PBWIEC Industry Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions by companies, individuals, and teams in water innovation and sustainability; and a live music and entertainment event.
“I can’t imagine this year’s conference without the continued support of our valued sponsors and participants,” said Robert Crain, Executive Vice President of Texas Pacific Water Resources and 2025 Conference Chair. “We are excited to collaborate with industry leaders and ensure this year’s conference is transformative for the Permian Basin and beyond.” To review sponsorship opportunities, award submissions, and other ways to participate, visit WaterInEnergy.com. To get more information or to schedule a discussion about how an organization can join this impactful event, contact Savannah Woodward at woodward_s@utpb.edu.
The Permian Basin Water In Energy Conference dates back to 2017 and was an idea originally seeded by UTPB College of Business Advisory Council member Jim Woodcock. The Water In Energy Conference is now a program of the University’s Shepperd Leadership Institute. It brings together leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from across the advanced energy ecosystem to explore emerging trends, share insights, and drive innovation in water reuse. Since its inception, the conference has served as a catalyst for collaboration, creativity, and positive change, shaping the future of produced water and its impact on our society, the environment, and industry.
Conferees converse between sessions of the 2024 Permian Basin Water in Energy Conference. This year’s version will be held in the Bush Convention Center in downtown Midland, March 5-6.