In researching this question, 40% of the refineries in the U.S. can process light crude efficiently. They all can refine it, but the more technically adept ref

In researching this question, 40% of the refineries in the U.S. can process light crude efficiently. They all can refine it, but the more technically adept refineries that specialize in processing heavy, sulfur-soured crude do not run efficiently with lighter grades. https://www.forbes.com/sites/rrapier/2026/04/05/debunking-a-persistent-myth-us-refineries-cant-handle-shale-oil/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/rrapier/2026/04/05/debunking-a-...