Wyoming

Beneficial Uses of Produced Water in Wyoming

Marathon produces approximately 2 million barrels of water per day from our conventional oil and coalbed methane (CBM) operations in Wyoming. We continually look for new ways to conserve water and use produced water to mitigate drought conditions, enhance the environment and benefit agriculture.

While a small portion of our produced water is directed to disposal wells targeting deep formations, a majority of this water is suitable for reuse in agriculture and for livestock or other activities. Approximately half of the produced water is re-injected as part of our water flood reservoir management strategy, a beneficial use which conserves groundwater.

Preserving Wildlife Habitats in Wyoming

We work with stakeholders to identify biodiversity enhancement projects that have strategic value for Marathon and meaningful, positive effects on our operating areas. For example, in Wyoming, Marathon supports non-profit organizations and academic projects aimed at wildlife habitat preservation and restoration, invasive species control, water resource development and similar regional challenges. We are involved in projects with The Nature Conservancy, the University of Wyoming Renewable Resources Department, Wildlife Heritage Foundation of Wyoming, National Wild Turkey Federation and others.

In 2010, our Wyoming asset team was active in interdisciplinary working groups focused on protecting irrigable lands and threatened species, reducing environmental impacts, advocating multiple uses of public lands and beneficial use of produced water.