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An Update on the Jones Act

September 18, 2017

The waiver to the Jones Act provided by the Department of Homeland Security is already proving helpful in the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, both of which affected important energy infrastructure...

Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, A Dow Jones Company presents “Chemical Crossroads: Mapping the Route to 2030”

Chemical Market Analytics will provide the essential signposts and identify the different routes available to stakeholders, flagging critical hazard signs to determine which path makes the most sense for their business through this difficult landscape. Once through the immediate hazards, we will follow with a strategic outlook on the "world of tomorrow."

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Tue, 03/31/2026 - 09:30 - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 10:30

A Duo of Storms & Effective Responses

September 14, 2017

A duo of strong storms that swept through the United States has temporarily disrupted domestic fuel markets, but effective responses by the private and public sectors have limited the fallout from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma for Americans who need fuel critical for commerce.

The Financial Assault, Part 4: The Scarlet Letter Database

January 26, 2017

Last week, California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones launched the latest salvo in his relentless crusade to coerce the nation’s leading insurance companies to divest from oil and natural gas company holdings.

AFPM: Congress has a critical opportunity to make necessary fixes to TSCA

January 16, 2026

Washington, D.C. — American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Policy Geoff Moody issued the following statement on draft text from the House Energy and Commerce Committee which would implement reforms to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

What you should know about TSCA.

January 21, 2026

Since TSCA directly affects a company’s ability to make, import, sell and use chemicals, it has implications for entire American supply chains and interstate commerce.

The Risks You’re Not Watching: Ten Labor & Employment Blind Spots

Join a panel of labor and employment law professionals to explore the hidden legal landmines that may impact your workforce, from protected strikes in non-union workplaces to liability for the acts (and omissions) of onsite contractors.
The team will provide practical tips for avoiding liability and looks forward to questions from the audience.

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Tue, 04/14/2026 - 15:45 - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:45

AFPM to EPA: Please, no last-minute RVP waivers in 2026

February 26, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) President and CEO Chet Thompson sent a letter to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Wednesday urging EPA to avoid a repeat of last year’s 11th hour emergency RVP waivers for summer gasoline sold in the Midwest. Excerpts from AFPM’s letter and a brief explainer of E10 and E15, summer gasoline, and RVP waivers are included below.

Carlo Barassa

VP, Head of Energy Research

Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, A Dow Jones Company

Nick Kovics

VP Head of Chemicals Research

Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, A Dow Jones Company