by the American Petroleum Institute

About the author: The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the primary trade association representing the oil and natural gas industry in the United States.

Good air quality is important to the oil and natural gas industry just as it is to all Americans. We want the benefits that petroleum products bring to make our lives better but not at the expense of cleaner air. Fortunately, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) statistics show that Americans are enjoying steadily improving air quality. “Criteria” pollutant emissions have been reduced, and pollution concentrations measured in the air are lower. Moreover, the lion’s share of this progress is attributable to cleaner cars, fuels, and industry facilities and operations. Together, they account for approximately 70 percent of total emission reductions nationwide since 1970. . . .

Cutting Emissions at Industry Facilities