U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Industrial Technologies Program – Petroleum Refining Industry of the Future

Industry Partnerships

Corporations around the globe are joining forces and leveraging resources to accelerate progress toward common goals. The U.S. refining industry has taken advantages of partnerships to develop new materials of construction, energy management tools, and technologies that improve operations and maintenance.

Partnerships facilitate technological advances, which help meet societal demands for products and address our national goals for energy and environmental quality. Refining companies are taking part in partnerships to:

  • Leverage government funds and improve access to scientific expertise and facilities.
  • Guide enabling technology developments that promote sustainable growth for the industry.
  • Enhance energy efficiency and environmental performance.