The shale industry's approach to water management is evolving against the backdrop of increased water usage by operators and the recent focus on ESG performance. One significant trend is the rise of produced water recycling, as operators minimize water disposal and step up reuse. The buildout of water infrastructure has taken place and attitudes toward sharing of recycled water in the Permian Basin have shifted. Some water companies are also exploring the possibility of treated and recycled water from shale operations being used by other industries too. There is still scope for the industry to further improve its water management performance, but significant strides forward have been made, especially in recent years.
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