Sightline Institute presents an article on the negative impacts of Washington State oil refineries’ air and water pollution on human health and wildlife. The article discusses health risks, Clean Air Act violations, and impacts on communities like Anacortes, Ferndale, Tacoma and the Swinomish Tribe.
Sightline Institute presents an article on oil refinery profits and tax payments in Washington State. The article discusses the economic impacts and environmental costs of the industry.
Sightline Institute presents an article on oil refinery employment in Washington State, especially Whatcom and Skagit counties. It discusses pay, safety, and a history of striking to demand safer working conditions.
Sightline Institute presents an article on possible futures for oil refining in Washington State as climate change shifts energy demands away from oil.
Sightline Institute presents an article on how the history of oil refining in the Puget Sound is linked to colonialism. It discusses how refineries were built on Lummi, Swinomish, and Puyallup peoples’ land.
