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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, BASF SE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 109,590,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,552,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,396,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of around 91,640,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting across all scopes. BASF has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 across all scopes. Specifically, they plan to reduce their Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels, despite ongoing growth and new site developments. Additionally, they aim to cut specific Scope 3.1 emissions by 15% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. In 2023, BASF's total emissions were reported at approximately 17,851,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,562,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 2,289,000,000 kg CO2e. This data indicates a proactive approach to managing and reducing their carbon footprint. BASF's long-term strategy includes maintaining CO2-neutral growth until 2030, which involves keeping total greenhouse gas emissions from production sites and energy purchases at 21.9 million metric tons of CO2 equivalents while increasing production. This commitment underscores their dedication to sustainable practices in the chemical industry.
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| 1990 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| 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 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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BASF SE is participating in some 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.
