COVID-19: Q&A with AFPM Analyst on Fuel Markets and Supply
Economic prospects for all industries—including refineries—look bleak. What context is missing from these stories?
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.