Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation

05/30/2026

Thank you The Duncan Banner for the live feed from today’s event with improved audio. Check out the remarks from Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, Green Fuels Operating CEO Derek Williamson, and DAEDF President & CEO Lyle Roggow. Plus even bonus pics of the group “tossing dirt” at the end.

05/30/2026

In Stephens County, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for a major refinery redevelopment project.

05/30/2026

OIL REFINERY GROUNDBREAKING: Construction is beginning on a new oil refinery in Duncan, Oklahoma.

Green Fuels Operating’s $400 million refinery will create 75 to 80 permanent full-time jobs.

Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (3rd from left) and Congressman Tom Cole (5th from left) are calling this one of the most significant private energy investments in Oklahoma in a generation.

Green Fuels Operating's new facility will have an initial refining capacity of 30,000 barrels per day, with storage for up to one million barrels. The refinery will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

It will produce refined products including asphalt, naphtha, kerosene, diesel, gasoline, and aviation fuel.

05/30/2026

It was a great day! CEO Derek Williamson shares why they’re coming to Stephens County — so very proud he said one of the reasons is “…the best economic development group in Oklahoma.”

05/29/2026

Today, history was made in Duncan. DAEDF and the Stephens County Commissioners hosted the official groundbreaking for the Stephens County Refinery Redevelopment — welcoming Green Fuels Operating as it begins construction on a new $400 million refinery on a site that has been part of our community's story since the 1920s. This didn't happen overnight. It took the work of Stephens County, DAEDF, ODEQ's environmental certification of the brownfield site, and the vision of a company willing to invest in Duncan. Today, that work paid off.

What's coming:
✅ $400 million private investment
✅ 75–80 permanent six-figure careers
✅ 30,000 barrels/day refining capacity
✅ Clean-engineered technology with closed-loop emissions capture
✅ Products including asphalt, diesel, aviation fuel, and more

Thank you to Green Fuels Operating CEO Derek Williamson, Congressman Tom Cole, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, our Stephens County Commissioners, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, and every partner who believes in this community.

Read full press release at: https://ok-duncan.com/about-us/news/

05/29/2026

Thank you Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation for hosting the Spring Duncan Job Fair 2026! We have success finding great candidates through this event.

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

DUNCAN AREA JOB FAIR IS TODAY! 10AM-2PM at the Simmons Center.
Start your career with the following local businesses who will be in attendance:
- BlueArc
- Cavco Industries
- DRH Health
- Elara Caring
- Endurance Federal Credit Union
- First Bank & Trust
- Halliburton Manufacturing
- Jamie Slate Insurance
- Pharoah Energy
- Meridian Nursing Home
- Onin Staffing
- Philtek Services

05/28/2026

A historic Oklahoma refinery site is entering a new era.

Tomorrow, GFO will officially break ground on the redevelopment of the Stephens County Refinery Property in Duncan, Oklahoma alongside the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation and the Stephens County Commissioners.

Originally operating as far back as the 1920s, the refinery once served as a major regional employer and industrial hub. Following decades of closure and environmental remediation, the property is now positioned for revitalization and renewed economic impact.

At GFO, we believe in building modern energy infrastructure while honoring the legacy of the communities and sites that helped shape American industry.

We’re proud to be investing in Stephens County and grateful for the partnership and shared vision helping move this project forward.

05/28/2026

ONE DAY until the Duncan Area Job Fair!
The Duncan Area Job Fair is this Friday, May 29 from 10am-2pm at the Simmons Center.
Free to attend. Open to all.

Bring your resume, bring your confidence, and bring a friend! See you there.

05/27/2026

We’re excited to officially break ground in Duncan, Oklahoma.

On May 29, Green Fuels Operating, alongside the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation and Stephens County Commissioners, will celebrate the beginning of a new chapter for the historic Stephens County Refinery site.

This project represents long-term investment in the region and continued momentum for modern energy infrastructure in Oklahoma.

The community is invited to attend the groundbreaking ceremony, and we’d love to have you there.

More information:
https://www.greenfuelsop.com/post/duncan-area-economic-development-foundation-and-stephens-county-commissioners-host-groundbreaking-ce