AFPM members remain firmly committed to delivering the fuels and petrochemicals that power modern life — and to doing so safely and efficiently, while being good stewards of the environment. Our work is essential to the well-being of individuals, households, communities, industries, and economies across the country and around the world.

This report highlights how AFPM members are leading on sustainability by reducing environmental impacts, strengthening safety, investing in people and communities and driving progress through innovation.

AFPM members are working on multiple fronts to protect natural resources and increase the environmental performance of their operations and products. They are investing in advanced technologies to improve air quality around their facilities. Through cutting-edge recycling, conservation and treatment systems, they are reducing water withdrawals and ensuring water resources are managed efficiently and responsibly. Facilities are minimizing landfill impact by scaling up recycling to transform waste streams into new products. And our commitment to biodiversity and conservation is reflected in active land restoration projects, wildlife habitat protection and collaborations to preserve and enhance natural ecosystems surrounding our facilities.

Our commitment to the safety of our workforce and the communities where we operate is unwavering. AFPM members are advancing cutting-edge technologies, implementing innovative processes, and strengthening operational discipline to ensure the protection of our people, our neighbors and our environment. This is the most important work we do.

We recognize that the creativity, dedication and spirit of our workforce are the foundation of our continued success. That’s why we remain deeply committed to supporting their professional development, well-being and long-term career growth. Our members provide high-quality jobs, generate essential tax revenues and contribute time, resources and expertise to local priorities. Whether responding in times of crisis, supporting first responders or investing in education, our members consistently work to build stronger, safer and more resilient communities for future generations.

Our industries are actively investing in and developing technologies that will shape a lower-carbon future — from carbon capture and storage to renewable power and hydrogen — all aimed at further reducing operational emissions. AFPM members also are ramping up production of low-carbon fuels such as renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel and renewable natural gas. In the petrochemical sector, companies are expanding advanced recycling capabilities, forging strategic partnerships to improve plastic collection and sorting and scaling innovative solutions that support a more circular economy. Together, these efforts are not only reducing waste in the environment but also driving meaningful progress toward a more sustainable future.

Our industries are strong. We have exceptional assets, a highly skilled and dedicated workforce and a track record of solving big challenges. That gives us confidence — both for the opportunities ahead and for the progress we can achieve right now. We are proud to support these industries and the people who make them run.