Get to know the people, purpose, and principles behind our work. Discover our story, the sectors we serve, and the strategy driving our impact—from our origins to our vision for the future.
ABOUT
We are stewards of water in mining and metallurgical processing sector, passionate about applying industry leading knowledge, innovation, and holistic approaches to protecting the environment and implementing solutions collaboratively in partnerships with project stakeholders.
ABOUT BQE WATER
Operational Excellence & Reliability
BQE Water acts not only as a technology provider but as a trusted operator—with a model that aligns incentives by being compensated for volume of clean water meeting discharge standards. This reduces client risk and improves environmental performance.
High-Impact, Long-Term Partnerships
With longstanding contracts at high-profile sites like Glencore’s Raglan Mine (21 years) and Jiangxi Copper (19 years), BQE emphasizes building deep, trust-based relationships with clients and regulators.
Commitment to Social Responsibility
BQE is committed to Indigenous engagement, often forming joint ventures with Indigenous groups (e.g., in Nunavik and the Yukon) to support environmental protection while providing training, employment, and leadership opportunities.
Purpose-Driven Environmental Innovation
BQE Water is strategically positioned as a technology-driven environmental services company focused on water management in the mining and metallurgical sectors. It delivers tailored, life-cycle solutions that address regulatory compliance, social acceptability, and sustainability challenges in resource development.
Integrated, Life-Cycle Service Model
BQE Water’s strategy covers the entire project life cycle, from permitting and pilot testing to commissioning, operation, and closure. This enables continuity, accountability, and optimization over time, which is especially valuable to both clients and Indigenous/community stakeholders.
Proprietary Technology & IP Portfolio
The company differentiates itself through unique and proven proprietary technologies, including:
- Selen-IX (selenium removal)
- BioSulphide®/ChemSulphide® (metal recovery/removal)
- Sulf-IX (sulfate removal)
- SART (cyanide recovery and detox)
This IP-driven approach supports both technical leadership and long-term revenue generation via recurring operations contracts.
ANNUAL TOTALS
Water solutions we have implemented at project sites for our clients have achieved the following:
20 million m3
Wastewater treated for environmental discharge annually.
4,000 tonnes
Of metals of value recovered from waste annually.
1,000 tonnes
Of sodium cyanide recovered and recycled annually.
OUR Mission
At BQE Water, we make mining and metal extraction more sustainable by delivering innovative cost-conscious water treatment solutions that protect the environment, reduce long-term risk, and create lasting partnerships with communities, regulators, and industry.
We combine proprietary technologies with decades of operational expertise to ensure clean water at every stage of the project life cycle—from permitting to closure.
AWARDS
At BQE Water, our commitment to innovation and sustainability is recognized globally. Explore our awards and accolades that highlight our leadership in water treatment and environmental management. From groundbreaking technologies to operational excellence, these honors reflect the trust and impact we deliver to clients and communities worldwide.
Indigenous Relations
BQE’s business is stewardship over water as a shared precious resource throughout the life cycle of mining projects. This requires long-term views and holistic thinking which are expected by indigenous groups who are considering mining projects in their vicinity and/or on their traditional territories. Through its wide range of services, BQE effectively acts as a single point of accountability for ensuring clean water production from permitting to closure. This provides continuity to the project, which carries significant worth by indigenous groups who value stability and longevity.
HISTORY AT BQE
For over 20 years, we’ve redefined what’s possible in water treatment through breakthrough technologies and impactful partnerships. Check out our key milestones on the timeline below.
Technical Leadership Management
Our Technical Leadership team drives innovation at BQE Water, blending deep expertise in water treatment with a commitment to sustainable and practical solutions for complex environmental challenges.
David Kratochvil
David rejoined the company in March 2014. He previously...
Heman Wong
Heman oversees financial management, internal controls, financial reporting, investor...
Songlin Ye
Songlin is responsible for the company’s operations and development...
Oscar Lopez
Oscar is responsible for BQE Water’s business development and...
Brent Baker
Brent leads the engineering team and ensures the integrity...
Daniel Cook
Daniel leads our global operations team and environmental health...
HC Liang
HC leads our consultancy practice related to water management,...
Veneil Sundar
Veneil is a chemical engineer who spent the early...
Fabian Rodriguez
Fabian is a chemical engineer who started his career...
WHERE WE WORK
Our work for leading mining companies and regulators takes us to many countries around the world. Over the last two decades, BQE Water has successfully implemented large scale water treatment at over 30 sites and is currently responsible for clean water production at sites owned by four different clients and operates eight different water treatment facilities that range in complexity and implemented technologies.
OFFICE LOCATIONS
Head Office & Laboratory
Suite 200 – 30 East 6th Avenue
Vancouver, BC Canada V5T 1J4
T: +1 604 685 1243
F: +1 604 685 7778
China
Unit B509, Wolong Mansion
No. 736 JiangShu Rd, Binjiang District
Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China 310052
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
At the core of our solutions are proprietary chemical engineering processes designed to address the unique challenges of mine water treatment. These innovative technologies, developed in-house and backed by extensive research, allow us to efficiently treat complex waste streams and recover valuable resources. Our intellectual property is central to delivering tailored solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and ensure compliance with strict regulations. Explore our cutting-edge processes and learn how they are shaping the future of water management in the mining sector.