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Originally posted by AnchorAlum
We have not built a single new refinery in this country since 1976, and thus we are forced to import GAS rather than the crude oil - naturally the "finished product" will be more expensive.
Additionally, our existing refineries are compelled to produce about 15 different formulations of gasoline in order to comply with different state laws.
We certainly could alleviate some of this by building 4-5 more refineries. And we can find a way to do so within reasonable (there's the catch - agreeing on reasonable) parameters. I think it's important enought to try.
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AnchorAlum, I know of at least two refineries in Alaska that have been built since 1976. One in North Pole and the Other in Valdez. Before the discovery of Prudhoe Bay crude, I believe the only refinery in Alaska was in Kenai. One in Valdez was built in 1993, and another in North Pole in 1985. Prudhoe Crude was discovered in 1968, but the pipeline wasn't completed until 1977, so many refiniers were built after that.
Yay for my History of Alaska Class!
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