Fuel refiners’ group names new president

The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) group has named an energy attorney and former Environmental Protection Agency official as its new president.

Chet Thompson will take over the helm at AFPM in May when Charles Drevna, its current president, retires, the association said Wednesday.

{mosads}“The refining and petrochemical industries are important contributors to the nation’s economic outlook and while we face extraordinary regulatory challenges, Chet Thompson brings more than 20 years of experience in the energy and environment sector to his new role as president,” Greg Goff, chairman of AFPM’s board, said in a statement.

“We are confident in Chet’s ability to lead AFPM as the voice and vision of the refining and petrochemical industries throughout the coming years,” Goff said.

Thompson is a partner at Crowell & Moring, a Washington, D.C., law firm.

Thompson has represented AFPM in various matters for nine years, the group said, and has also represented various other companies and groups in energy and environmental matters with the federal government.

He worked at the EPA from 2004 to 2006 in legal positions.

“Mr. Thompson will help to amplify the importance of the refining and petrochemical industries and their positive impact on U.S. manufacturing, jobs growth, energy independence and national security,” AFPM said.