What’s New
President Biden is the ultimate decider on California’s push to ban gasoline and diesel vehicles
California has officially asked the Biden administration for permission to ban the sale of new gasoline and diesel vehicles by 2035—an unprecedented move that will deny millions of Americans the ability to choose for themselves the types of cars or trucks they want to drive. The decision is entirely up to President Biden...
Hurricane Season 2023: Be Prepared
Experts are predicting this year’s season to be similar to last or even a little less severe, with Colorado State University Tropical Forecast calling for 13 named storms, six hurricanes and two category 3 or higher hurricanes. And as they do every year, refining and petrochemical companies are doing their part to ensure they are prepared for every possible scenario and batting down the hatches, if you will.
Issues and Policies
18.6 million
U.S. refining increased to more than 18.6 million barrels per day, almost 20% of global capacity.
$185 billion
Petrochemical manufacturers have invested $185 billion to expand operations to meet growing demand.