October 24, 2018

Chevron entered in to a settlement agreement with the U.S. to resolve claims that it had violated Clean Air Act provisions aimed at preventing the release of hazardous chemicals from its facilities.  The settlement is valued at over $160 million, and includes: a $3 million civil penalty; Chevron’s commitment to undertake approximately $150 million in safety improvements at its petroleum refineries; and, $10 million in funding for communities surrounding its refineries.  DOJ

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