A new way of farming gets a boost from petrochemicals
With the global population rising and a decline in arable land for crop production, people are looking for solutions to feed a growing world.
American refiners produce the fuels for greener flights
The friendly skies have never been more crowded. In 2018, 4.3 billion passengers stowed their tray tables and brought their seat backs into the upright position on their way to and from wherever they wanted — or needed — to go.
Refiners are fueling first jobs
Mowing lawns is a summertime rite of passage in America, providing young people with experience pitching their business to neighbors, keeping a work schedule, and making and managing money—from purchasing the gasoline that fuels the operation, to budgeting for the oils and lubricants that keep a mower’s engine and blades running smoothly.
Renewable energies rely on Petrochemicals from Oil and Natural Gas
With the rising demand for renewable energy in the United States, many are turning to solar power to meet their energy needs.
Propylene is helping hospital patients “get well sooner”
When it comes to places you’d rather not visit, the hospital is bound to top the list.
Statement on Wheeler Confirmation as Administrator of the EPA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Chet Thompson, President and CEO of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, today released the following statement upon the confirmation of Andrew Wheeler as Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Cybersecurity 101 in the Refining and Petrochemical Industries
Though it is largely unseen, cybersecurity permeates most, if not all, aspects of fuel and petrochemical manufacturing, ensuring our industries can function efficiently and without disruption.
AFPM statement in support of the Fairness for Every Driver Act of 2019
WASHINGTON, D.C. – AFPM released the following statement in support of the Fairness for Every Driver Act of 2019 introduced by Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Rep. Jason Smith (R-Mo.).
Statement in response to the President’s State of the Union address
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers released a statement in response to the President’s State of the Union address.