Yakima Downtown Rotary Meetings/Meeting of December 6, 2012

Meeting of December 6, 2012
  • Yakima Downtown Rotary Meeting

Impact of the Petroleum Industry

Thomas Rizzo discusses the economic impact of the petroleum industry in Washington State.

About the Episode

Five petroleum refineries operate in Washington. They generate tens of millions in tax revenue for the State. Shell Oil Puget Sound is the 2nd largest refinery located on Puget Sound. GM, Thomas Rizzo, a 30-year veteran of Shell Oil, outlines the process of the refinery business, as well as the unique practices in place due to their Puget Sound location.

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