Register Now for the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Permian Basin November General Section Luncheon – Nov 17, 2026 – Midland, TX

Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Lunch: 11:30 a.m.
Presentation: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Petroleum Club of Midland, 501 W. Wall Street, Midland, TX 79701

About the Event

Produced water management remains one of the most important challenges facing the Permian Basin. Join the Society of Petroleum Engineers Permian Basin Section for a technical luncheon exploring new approaches to produced water treatment and reuse.

Featured speaker Maher Tleimat of Water Reuse Technology will discuss a high-efficiency, low-cost distillation system designed to treat produced water. The presentation will examine the technology and its potential role in advancing water reuse across the oil and gas industry.

The session will open with a special introduction by Dr. Rajendra Ghimire of Badwater Alchemy, Director of SPE’s Water Life Cycle and Strategy Technical Section.

Featured Speakers

Maher Tleimat
Water Reuse Technology

Tleimat will present the principles and application of high-efficiency, low-cost distillation technology for produced water treatment.

Special Introduction: Dr. Rajendra Ghimire
Badwater Alchemy; Director, SPE Water Life Cycle and Strategy Technical Section

Discussion Focus

• Produced water treatment and reuse in the Permian Basin
• High-efficiency, low-cost distillation technology
• Emerging approaches to water management in oil and gas operations

Connect with fellow industry professionals, gain technical insights, and take part in a discussion addressing one of the Permian Basin’s most pressing operational priorities.