Valero

Valero Energy Corporation, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, is the world's largest independent petroleum refiner and a prominent producer of low-carbon transportation fuels, including renewable diesel and corn ethanol. Founded in 1980, Valero has grown through strategic acquisitions and mergers, establishing itself as a leader in the refining industry. The company operates a network of refineries and ethanol plants across the U.S., Canada, the UK, Ireland, and Mexico. Valero manufactures and markets a variety of transportation fuels, petrochemical products, and low-carbon fuels. It also retails branded gasoline and has expanded its operations internationally, including a significant presence in Mexico. Valero emphasizes safety, environmental stewardship, and community development in its operations.