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BASF Corporation

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BASF Corporation, a subsidiary of BASF SE, is a leading global chemical company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1865, BASF has evolved into a powerhouse in the chemical industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company focuses on a diverse range of sectors, including chemicals, plastics, performance products, and agricultural solutions. BASF is renowned for its innovative core products, such as advanced materials, crop protection solutions, and sustainable chemical processes, which set it apart in the marketplace. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge research, BASF has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for environmental stewardship and product excellence. As a market leader, BASF continues to shape the future of the chemical industry through its dedication to innovation and sustainability.

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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

BASF Corporation's score of 48 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BASF Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, BASF Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 109,590,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 15,216,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,460,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 94,490,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 112,170,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 15,562,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 2,340,000,000 kg CO2e. BASF has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its production processes (Scope 1) and energy purchases (Scope 2) by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, the company has a long-term goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. It is important to note that BASF Corporation's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, BASF SE, reflecting the broader corporate family's sustainability initiatives. The data indicates a comprehensive approach to managing and reducing carbon emissions across various scopes, aligning with industry standards and climate action frameworks.

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Scope 2
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BASF Corporation's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for BASF Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

BASF Corporation is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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