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Register Now for the Artificial Lift Research & Development Council 2026 ALRDC Inventors Forum – August 24, 2026 – The Woodlands, TX

August 24, 2026 | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Oxy
1201 Lake Robbins Drive
The Woodlands, TX

The ALRDC is renewing its search for emerging artificial lift technologies and invites inventors, innovators, and developers to showcase mid- to late-stage solutions at the 2026 ALRDC Inventors Forum.

Whether your technology is ready for a pilot project or seeking funding to reach the next stage of development, this is an opportunity to present your innovation to industry decision-makers and potential partners.

New This Year

The Inventors Workshop will award $10,000 to the most innovative project showcased at the event.

Call for Technologies

If your solution improves efficiency, reduces energy use, minimizes environmental impact, or extends operational run time, ALRDC wants to see it on the stage.

The forum is focused on identifying and supporting technologies that can help advance artificial lift performance and contribute to the future of production operations.

Areas of Interest

  • Energy cost reduction
  • Operational efficiency improvements
  • Environmental impact reduction
  • Extended equipment run times
  • Innovative artificial lift technologies

Opportunities for Participants

Selected participants may gain exposure to potential pilot partners, financial supporters, and industry leaders looking to help move promising technologies forward.

Some solutions may be ready for field deployment, while others may benefit from strategic partnerships to complete development.

Submit your technology and join us at the 2026 ALRDC Forum to showcase your innovation and help shape the future of artificial lift.