Benicia Contends With Valero Refinery Closure
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Navigating California's Refinery Transitions
This chapter explores the challenges arising from the closure of California's refineries, focusing on job losses, the need for enhanced fuel infrastructure, and the potential shift to alternative fuel sources. It examines the effects on local communities, particularly lower-income residents, and discusses the transition of some refineries to biofuels, including complex implications for employment and environmental impact. The conversation also highlights the responsibilities of energy companies regarding site remediation and community-focused redevelopment following refinery shutdowns.
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