NUEVO ENERGY COMPANY Oil Extraction Facility, Coalinga, California

NUEVO ENERGY COMPANY is an oil extraction facility located in Coalinga, Fresno County, California, United States. The plant is operational and specializes in light oil production, serving the local and regional energy market. As part of the broader California oil industry, it operates within a mature regulatory environment. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Department of Conservation's Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR). It is subject to federal and state regulations including the Clean Air Act and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The plant's NAICS code 211120 indicates it is primarily engaged in crude petroleum extraction. California's oil extraction sector is known for its diverse production methods, including both conventional and enhanced oil recovery techniques. The facility's location in the San Joaquin Valley places it in a region with a long history of oil production, contributing to the state's energy infrastructure and local economy.

The facility is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, an area with significant air quality challenges due to topography and industrial activity. Oil extraction operations can contribute to local emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and greenhouse gases. The region also faces water management issues, as oil production often involves water use and disposal. Regulatory oversight by DOGGR and the EPA aims to mitigate environmental impacts through permitting and monitoring.