api GmbH
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the premier trade association for the United States oil and natural gas sector, representing nearly 600 member compani
Company facts
- Founded
- 1919
- Employees
- 500
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the premier trade association for the United States oil and natural gas sector, representing nearly 600 member companies that produce, process, transport, and distribute the majority of the nation’s energy. With a workforce that supports more than ten million U.S. jobs, API serves as a unified voice for the industry and its growing grassroots constituency. API’s core value lies in its extensive technical expertise, having created over 800 standards that enhance operational safety, environmental performance, efficiency, and sustainability across the entire energy value chain—including exploration, production, refining, pipelines, and transport. Through certifications, advocacy, and resources such as its Climate Framework, API helps members navigate regulatory requirements, drive innovation, and meet evolving market demands.