Produced Water Society

Argentina Edition
Neuquén, Argentina, October 21–22, 2026

Held in Neuquén, the center of Argentina’s unconventional development, this two-day conference focuses on managing produced water at scale while supporting continued energy expansion. As development accelerates and production scales, produced water management has become a defining factor in operational efficiency, infrastructure planning, and long-term sustainability.

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October 21–22, 2026

WHY ATTEND

Built for conversations that move produced water forward.

This conference is designed for professionals navigating the technical and logistical realities of unconventional development. You will gain insight into how operators are managing high-volume water production, investing in infrastructure, and aligning operations with evolving regulatory and environmental expectations. You will leave with a clearer perspective on how produced water strategy supports Argentina’s long-term energy expansion.

This is where progress begins.​

Become a Sponsor

Sponsor a PWS Conference​

Sponsoring the Argentina Edition places your organization at the center of one of Latin America’s most dynamic energy developments. Vaca Muerta presents significant opportunities for infrastructure growth, technological advancement, and strategic partnerships. Sponsorship provides direct visibility among key stakeholders driving water management strategy.

Keynote Speakers

Become a Speaker at the Argentina Edition

Speakers help drive forward conversations around infrastructure scaling, regulatory frameworks, cost efficiency, digital monitoring, reuse markets, and technological advancement.

Industry Leadership​

Present lessons learned from shale development, midstream water systems, and basin-wide coordination efforts.

Insight Beyond the Technical​

Address broader themes including investment, cross-border collaboration, sustainability priorities, and long-term resilience within Argentina’s energy strategy.

Voices From Across the Industry​

We welcome perspectives from operators, service providers, regulators, academics, and emerging professionals contributing to Argentina’s energy future.

Setting the Stage for Meaningful Dialogue​

Sessions are designed to inform, challenge assumptions, and encourage discussion that continues beyond the conference floor.

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Annual Conference FAQs​

Answers to common questions about attending, participating, and engaging at PWS conferences

This conference is designed for professionals involved in produced water management within Vaca Muerta and Argentina’s broader energy sector, including operators, water midstream providers, production and facilities engineers, treatment specialists, regulators, sustainability leaders, consultants, and investors.

Is the conference focused specifically on Vaca Muerta?

Yes. The program reflects the operational scale, infrastructure demands, and regulatory environment shaping Vaca Muerta while incorporating global best practices from other unconventional basins.

Sessions will explore high-volume water handling, recycling and reuse strategies, treatment innovation, infrastructure investment, digital monitoring systems, regulatory compliance, ESG integration, and basin-wide coordination.

Both. The agenda balances engineering depth with strategic insight to ensure practical relevance for technical specialists and executive decision makers alike.

Abstract submissions are evaluated by the conference technical committee and selected based on relevance, innovation, and practical application within unconventional operations.

Yes. Exhibition space allows solution providers to connect directly with operators and decision makers active in Argentina’s shale development.

Yes. Sponsorship options provide structured visibility and engagement within one of Latin America’s most rapidly expanding energy markets.

Membership is not required to attend. Members may receive preferred registration pricing.

The conference includes panel discussions, technical sessions, and structured networking opportunities designed to foster meaningful collaboration.

PWS provides a platform where operators, regulators, researchers, and technology providers exchange knowledge openly. Conferences often serve as catalysts for partnerships that extend well beyond the event itself.

Produced Water Society

Abstract Submission Guidelines

The Produced Water Society (PWS) invites industry professionals, researchers, regulators, and innovators to submit technical abstracts for upcoming PWS conferences and global editions. Our conferences are designed to advance science-based dialogue, promote responsible water management, and explore the evolving role of produced water in energy resilience, sustainability, and the circular economy.

Submission Requirements

Content Expectations

Membership Requirement

Presenters must be an active member of the Produced Water Society at the time of presentation. If selected, speakers who are not currently members will be required to obtain a PWS membership prior to the event. PWS membership supports our mission of advancing responsible produced water management globally.

Review Process

Abstracts will undergo review by the PWS Technical Committee. Selection is based on technical merit, industry relevance, originality, and alignment with event themes. Authors will be notified upon acceptance.

Submission Contact

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