2023 Sustainability Report

Environmental Impact & Responsibility

Water Management

As a public organization primarily concentrating on water management and logistics within the energy industry, our company acknowledges the crucial role of responsibly handling water resources. Our approach to water management embodies a commitment to sustainability, leveraging advanced technology, and operational efficiency, underpinned by a dedication to environmental stewardship. Central to this strategy is our focus on transforming produced water from a byproduct into a valuable resource, through extensive recycling and reuse initiatives. This effort is bolstered by investments in both fixed and mobile recycling facilities, enabling the conservation of freshwater. The integration of our innovative AquaView^® technology further enables us to automate water transfer, monitor, and treat water to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance across operations.

Infrastructure plays a crucial role in our operational efficiency, with an expansive network of pipelines facilitating the reduction of reliance on conventional trucking methods, and electrification of our various networks decreasing carbon emissions and minimizing impact on local communities. Our water management practices are designed not just with the current needs of the energy industry in mind, but with a vision for the future where water resources are preserved and protected.

Through continuous investment in technology, infrastructure, and sustainable practices, we not only enhance our operational efficiency and competitiveness but contribute significantly to the environmental and social wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Report Highlights

Piped Water (MMBbls of Water)

Disposed Volumes (MMBbls of Water)

Treated & Recycled Water (MMBbls of Water)

Total Barrels Treated & Recycled

Barrels Sold by Category (in millions)

Chemicals Management

Both our water and chemicals divisions underscore the critical importance of adopting environmentally responsible practices. Our commitment to eco-conscious chemistry, innovative chemical processes, and the continuous improvement of our practices through research and development investments highlights our dedication to environmental stewardship. This commitment extends to our proactive interactions with various government organizations, the broad spectrum of products and services we offer, and our deep domain expertise.

Select Chemistry is unwavering in its application of environmentally sound practices across all operations. We prioritize the use of environmentally benign solvents, transition from nonylphenol ethoxylates to alcohol ethoxylates, and move from crude oil-based materials to more sustainable, natural gas-derived alternatives. These initiatives, coupled with our focus on optimizing produced water usage, minimize the need for extensive reconditioning processes, thus facilitating more efficient water management and chemical solutions.