This presentation covers some of the transportation, political, and environmental problems faced by the petroleum industry. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.crcao.org/workshops/LCA%20October%202011/Session%204/Unnasch,%20Stefan.pdf
Author: william.herring
EPA Office of Compliance Sector Notebook Project Profile of the Petroleum Refining Industry
The EPA’s summary information of the Petroleum industry. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.epa.gov/compliance/resources/publications/assistance/sectors/notebooks/petrefsn.pdf
EIA Countries
Data and reports on the global oil production and consumption, broken down by country. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.eia.gov/countries/
An Introduction to Petroleum Refining and the Production of Ultra Low Sulfur Gasoline and Diesel Fuel
This tutorial addresses the basic principles of petroleum refining, as they relate to the production of ultra-low-sulfur fuels, in particular gasoline and diesel fuel. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.theicct.org/sites/default/files/publications/ICCT05_Refining_Tutorial_FINAL_R1.pdf
Oil Refining
How is oil refined? This animated explanation clears up the science behind the refinery process. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.adventuresinenergy.org/Refining-Oil/index.html
Biofuels for Transport in Europe: Lessons from Germany and the UK
This paper describes, compares, and analyses the markets for biofuels in Germany and the UK. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0301421506002977
Global Food: Waste not, want not
Where does waste occur in agriculture? Potential feedstocks can come from waste streams. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.imeche.org/knowledge/themes/environment/global-food
Agriculture-Based Biofuels: Overview and Emerging Issues
What are the issues surrounding the US biofuels industry? Find out about taxes, tariffs, incentives, and regulations on biofuels that the US government has enacted. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R41282.pdf
Statistical Review of World Energy 2013
The statistical review of world energy is a look at the past, present, and future of global energy production, consumption, and conservation Follow this link to learn more: http://www.bp.com/en/global/corporate/about-bp/statistical-review-of-world-energy-2013.html
Report on Petroleum Products Markets in the Northeast
This report examines how and from where petroleum products are transported into the Northeastern US states, how gasoline and home heating oil ultimately make their way to consumers, and how ownership and control of various elements of the supply chains are structured. Follow this link to learn more: http://statecenterinc.org/docs/Complete_Petroleum_Report_09-07-07.pdf