UPDATE: COVID-19: AFPM on Industries' Preparedness
Coronavirus developments are front of mind for everyone, including the staff at AFPM. We took a moment to speak with Jeff Gunnulfsen, senior director, security and risk management, about industry preparedness for the pandemic.
Refineries and Petrochemical Facilities: Part of America’s Critical Infrastructure
As more states limit the size of gatherings and even consider shelter-in-place policies in response to COVID-19, AFPM is working to see that refineries and petrochemical facilities.
Wearable Tech Improves Lives, Thanks to Petrochemicals
From smartwatches to fitness trackers, wearable technologies help us optimize our lives.
Higher-Octane Fuel: A Consumer-Friendly Approach To Cleaner Vehicles
Building on decades of broader efforts alongside automakers to advance fuel-efficient technologies and vehicles, refiners are leading the effort to transition the U.S. to high-octane gasoline.
Toluene: The secret ingredient in stretch jeans
Invented more than a century ago (1873, hat tip to Mr. Levi Strauss), blue jeans have evolved from humble origins into an American wardrobe staple.
AFPM Statement on Meeting Cancellations Due to COVID-19
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, amid concerns about the spread of COVID-19, the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers has made the difficult decision to cancel its Annual Meeting slated to take place March 22-24 in Austin, Texas, and the International Petrochemical Conference scheduled for March 29-31 in New Orleans.
AFPM Statement on EPA Review of SREs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, AFPM President and CEO Chet Thompson issued the following statement on EPA's review of small refinery exemptions.
AFPM Statement on BP Membership
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, AFPM President and CEO Chet Thompson issued the following statement on BP's decision to discontinue their membership.
Impact of Small Refinery Exemptions (SREs) Entirely Positive
Ethanol demand is higher than ever while waivers have helped contain RFS compliance costs.