Water treatment decisions in the Alberta oil sands and industrial sector are technically complex and carry significant capital risk. GWTS provides expert advisory services to engineering firms, industrial end users, and investors navigating process technology selection, technology due diligence, regulatory strategy, and operational troubleshooting — drawing on direct field experience operating membrane, thermal, and chemical treatment systems across Northern Alberta.

Our advisory work is distinct from our direct project delivery services: when you need an independent technical opinion, a second set of eyes on a vendor proposal, or expert support navigating a regulatory submission, our consulting engagements provide that without the conflict of interest that comes with also bidding on the resulting project.

Advisory Services

• Process technology selection — independent comparison of competing treatment approaches for a specific application
• Vendor proposal and bid technical review — identifying gaps, risks, and unrealistic performance claims
• Regulatory strategy support — AER tailings directives, water management approvals, and discharge permitting
• Operational troubleshooting — diagnosing performance issues in existing membrane, thermal, or chemical treatment systems
• Expert opinion and technical reports for litigation, insurance, or contractual dispute support
• Board and investor-level technical briefings on water treatment risk and opportunity

Who We Advise