BASF SE
BASF SE, a leading global chemical company headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany, has been at the forefront of innovation since its founding in 1865. With a diverse portfolio spanning chemicals, plastics, performance products, and agricultural solutions, BASF operates in major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge research, BASF offers unique products such as advanced materials and crop protection solutions that enhance efficiency and environmental stewardship. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its position as one of the largest chemical producers worldwide, consistently ranking among the top in the industry. With a focus on creating chemistry for a sustainable future, BASF SE continues to set benchmarks in quality and innovation across various sectors.
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BASF SE's score of 65 is higher than 81% 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 SE's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, BASF SE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,048,795,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for the entirety of this figure. The company also disclosed Scope 2 emissions, which totalled about 2,396,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 3,564,000,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Furthermore, BASF's Scope 3 emissions were significant, reaching approximately 91,640,000,000 kg CO2e. BASF has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Specifically, the company targets a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its production sites and energy purchases (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve sustainable growth while reducing its carbon footprint. The company’s long-term goals include reducing Scope 3.1 emissions by 15% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tackling emissions throughout its value chain. BASF's initiatives reflect a commitment to climate neutrality and responsible environmental stewardship, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate sustainability.
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| 1990 | 2002 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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