EPA Rejects Most Objections to Texas Refinery Pollution Permit
Published Date: 8/14/2025
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Summary
The EPA reviewed a petition from local groups asking to block a pollution permit for Valero’s Houston refinery tanks. They agreed with some concerns but denied others, meaning Valero can keep most of its permit. This affects the community near the refinery and keeps air quality rules in check without big delays or costs.
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Partial EPA Objection to Valero Permit
On July 18, 2025 the EPA granted in part and denied in part a petition (filed December 3, 2024) asking the agency to object to the Clean Air Act Title V operating permit for the Valero Houston Refinery Tank Farm in Harris County, Texas. The EPA agreed with some concerns raised by local groups but denied others, which the EPA says means Valero may keep most of its permit.
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