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August 27 marks a special day of celebration for the petroleum industry - National Petroleum Day! This holiday has been around since 1937 when it was first established to honor all those who work in this important sector, from geologists and scientists to engineers and drillers. It also recognizes the importance of oil and gas products such as fuel, lubricants, solvents, plastics, waxes and more which have revolutionized our lives. So join us in celebrating National Petroleum Day by learning about the science behind this essential resource!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1859</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Oil Well Drilled</div><div class='timeline-text'>Edwin Drake successfully drills the first oil well in Titusville, Pennsylvania, kick-starting the oil industry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1882</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Standard Oil</div><div class='timeline-text'>John. D. Rockefeller incorporates Standard Oil, which eventually becomes one of the world's largest and most influential oil companies.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1901</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spindletop Gusher</div><div class='timeline-text'>A massive oil reserve is discovered at Spindletop hill near Beaumont, Texas, signalling the beginning of the Petroleum Era.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1937</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Petroleum Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Petroleum Day is established to honor everyone involved in the petroleum industry and recognizes the essential role of oil and gas products.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Oil Crisis Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Oil prices skyrocket and the first oil crisis begins, highlighting the world's dependency on petroleum.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Quest for Green Energy</div><div class='timeline-text'>As concerns about climate change magnify, focus shifts to green, renewable energy sources, although petroleum remains a key resource.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Explore petroleum products</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a look around your home to see all the products that are made with petroleum. From clothing to cars, many of the things in our lives contain some form of petroleum. Explore the different types of products and learn more about how they are made.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a petroleum museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many cities have petroleum museums or energy education centers that offer visitors a chance to learn about the history of oil and gas production. Visit one for an interactive experience and a chance to explore all kinds of fascinating artifacts.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about the importance of petroleum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Read up on why petroleum is so important to our modern lives and economy. Look into the different ways we use it, from transportation to power generation, and learn more about how it fuels our everyday activities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a local event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out what's happening in your area on National Petroleum Day. Many communities host events like festivals, lectures, or workshops that celebrate this important resource.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support green initiatives</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Help your community reduce its reliance on fossil fuels by supporting renewable energy sources like solar or wind power. There are plenty of ways to get involved in reducing energy consumption and making sure petroleum is used responsibly.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Petroleum products are essential for everyday life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Petroleum is used to make a wide variety of products that are essential to modern life. From gasoline and diesel fuel for our cars, to lubricants used in industrial machinery, petroleum is a key component in keeping our lives running smoothly and efficiently.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Petroleum fuels economic growth</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Investing in petroleum production and refining means investing in the future. Petroleum powers the manufacturing industry that produces goods we rely on every day, and provides jobs to many people around the world. By recognizing National Petroleum Day, we can honor those who help keep the economy running strong!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Petroleum helps us go green</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By investing in renewable energy sources like natural gas or solar energy, petroleum companies are helping to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. In this way, petroleum can actually be beneficial for environmental conservation - making it even more important to recognize!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Petroleum is used in unusual products like crayons, deodorant, and heart valves</h3><p class='facts-content'>Petroleum derivatives are found in surprising items that span across various industries including healthcare, beauty, and art.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Petroleum forms naturally from fossils over millions of years</h3><p class='facts-content'>Known as a "fossil fuel," petroleum originates from the remains of marine plants and animals that lived millions of years ago. The process requires a specific sequence of heat and pressure conditions over geologic time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Petroleum can be classified into different 'grades'</h3><p class='facts-content'>These grades are based on variables such as its specific gravity, as well as the amount of paraffin wax and sulfur present. The quality can greatly affect its value and usage.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The petroleum industry employs millions of people worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>From the exploration and extraction phase to refining and marketing, the petroleum sector provides employment to a vast number of people across the globe, contributing to economies and families.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Petroleum drilling can reach depths of more than a mile</h3><p class='facts-content'>Drilling for petroleum is a complex process, reaching well-below the earth's surface to extract this valuable commodity. Technological advancements continue to push the depths possible for petroleum drilling.</p></div></div>
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