Ipieca recognizes the need for effective water management in oil and gas from shale development and production. This awareness briefing provides an overview of water management in the onshore development and production of oil and gas from shale. It explains the water life cycle in shale operations and water quality, communicates industry practices, and directs readers to additional resources to learn more.
1 October 2014
This guide presents a systematic process for the onshore industry to select water sources that best meet project needs within the broader context of local or regional water management.
The guidance presents a systematic process for the onshore oil and gas industry to identify and assess potential measures to improve water efficiency via incorporating the principles of water stewardship, integrating water resource management
This guidance clarifies currently used terminology in the water stewardship space and presents users with a streamlined water stewardship action scheme that synthesises water frameworks and disclosure standards for the energy sector.
The second edition of the Water management framework reflects the lessons learnt from members and stakeholders in the years since its original publication.