a history of enabling human progress

We’ve always believed in the power of human ingenuity. A group of explorers successfully struck oil in California in 1876. Three years later our company entered the industry in 1879. Our spirit has been driven by integrity, trust, and innovation. And we’ve continued our purpose to provide the affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress.

1879 - 1911

leading the way

A quest for black gold brings a spirit of innovation and transformative engineering.

1912 - 1926

spirit of standard

As demand for petroleum products grew, so did our competitive drive and passion for change.

1927 - 1946

in war and peace

The impact of low oil supplies after World War I prompted our efforts to produce oil worldwide and grow our business.

1947 - 1979

a new identity

Our company expanded internationally to meet growing oil demands.

1980 - 2001

market expansion

We continued to grow around the world through mergers, acquisitions, and marketing efforts.

2002 - 2019

a new era of energy

As our exploration technology expanded, so did our aim to support diversity and inclusion.

2020 - present

advancing energy progress

Working toward a lower carbon future. 

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