Thirteen of ConocoPhillips’ 14 company-operated refineries have established community advisory councils (CACs) that meet regularly and promote dialogue between the local community and refinery management. The one refinery without a CAC engages its local community by working through established local organizations.
Comprised of a cross-section of the community, CACs provide input regarding community opinions, discuss upcoming refinery plans and their impact on the community, and plan activities that further develop the refineries’ relationships with the community.
CACs also can provide input into the company’s broader activities. For example, representatives from the majority of ConocoPhillips CACs discussed the company’s sustainable development plans with corporate and refinery managers at a recent meeting.