Elected officials and industry leaders are warning that Texas is nearing a critical point in its ability to dispose of wastewater from oil and gas production. The nearly 1 billion gallons of wastewater generated daily in the Permian Basin is typically injected underground, but this method has caused increased pressure, triggering earthquakes and blowouts. The oil industry is seeking alternatives to treat and reuse this toxic wastewater, known as produced water.

Industry experts recently discussed these alternatives at a legislative hearing. Further details on the proposed solutions and their potential impact are available from the source, which has partnered with Inside Climate News to provide in-depth coverage of the issue.