Overview
Paulsboro Refining Co LLC is an operational refinery in Paulsboro, New Jersey, United States. It processes crude oil into petroleum products under EPA CAA Refinery MACT regulations.
Paulsboro Refining Co LLC is a refinery located at 800 Billingsport Rd in Paulsboro, New Jersey, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 324110, indicating petroleum refining. It is situated in Gloucester County, near the Delaware River, which provides access for crude oil deliveries and product distribution. The refinery operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Act Refinery Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards, which govern emissions of hazardous air pollutants. Additionally, facilities in this region must comply with state-level New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regulations. The plant's refining complexity and capacity are typical for a medium-sized East Coast refinery, focusing on producing gasoline, diesel, and other fuels. As part of the US refining infrastructure, Paulsboro Refining Co LLC contributes to regional fuel supply and economic activity. Its coastal siting along the Delaware River necessitates robust spill prevention and response measures under the Oil Pollution Act. The facility's operations are integral to the local industrial landscape and energy security in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Environmental context
The refinery is located in an industrialized area along the Delaware River, a major waterway that supports shipping and ecological habitats. Coastal siting increases spill risk, requiring adherence to MARPOL Annex I and Oil Pollution Act regulations. Local environmental concerns include air quality impacts from refinery operations and potential water contamination, managed through EPA and state permits.
Frequently asked questions
Paulsboro Refining Co LLC is located at 800 Billingsport Rd, Paulsboro, New Jersey 08066, United States, along the Delaware River.
It is a petroleum refinery that processes crude oil into various petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
The facility must comply with US EPA Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards, New Jersey state environmental regulations, and the Oil Pollution Act for spill prevention.
The refinery's operations can affect air quality through emissions and pose spill risks to the Delaware River. It is subject to strict environmental monitoring and permitting.
It is a key regional supplier of refined petroleum products, supporting energy needs in the Mid-Atlantic and contributing to the local economy.
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