Lifecycle Renewables Refinery in Everett, Massachusetts | USA Oil Infrastructure

Lifecycle Renewables is a refinery situated at 9 Commercial St, Everett, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 324110, which covers petroleum refineries. Its location in the Boston metropolitan area places it within a major industrial and energy hub on the East Coast. As a refinery in the United States, Lifecycle Renewables operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards and the Clean Water Act. Refineries in this region typically have moderate complexity, with Nelson complexity indices ranging from 5 to 10. The environmental significance of this facility includes its proximity to the Boston Harbor and the Mystic River, which are sensitive coastal ecosystems. The refinery must adhere to spill prevention and response regulations under the Oil Pollution Act and maintain rigorous safety protocols. Its role in supplying fuel to the northeastern United States underscores its importance to regional energy security and economic activity.

The refinery is located in an urban industrial area near the Mystic River and Boston Harbor, which are part of the larger Massachusetts Bay ecosystem. Coastal siting introduces spill risks to marine and estuarine habitats, requiring compliance with the Oil Pollution Act and spill prevention plans. The facility's operations also contribute to local air emissions, regulated under the EPA's Refinery MACT standards to control hazardous air pollutants.