BASF Launches Renewable Ammonia Grades in Central Europe
Key Ideas
  • BASF becomes the first producer of renewable ammonia in Central Europe by launching two new renewable ammonia grades at its Ludwigshafen site.
  • The production of these grades involves using renewable energy-derived hydrogen, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and offering a low product carbon footprint.
  • Certified by the ISCC+ standard, the renewable ammonia grades can seamlessly replace conventional ammonia in various industrial applications without infrastructure modifications.
  • BASF's initiative aligns with its goal to achieve climate neutrality and net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, emphasizing the company's commitment to sustainable practices.
BASF has reached a significant milestone by introducing renewable ammonia grades at its flagship Verbund site in Ludwigshafen, making it the first producer of renewable ammonia in Central Europe. These innovative grades, renewable ammonia and renewable ammonia solution 24.5%, are produced by integrating renewable energy-derived hydrogen into BASF's existing ammonia plant. This sustainable approach reduces the consumption of natural gas, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. The renewable ammonia grades have been certified according to the ISCC+ standard, ensuring their sustainable origin and compatibility with existing applications without infrastructure changes. Dr. Jens Aßmann, Vice President at BASF, highlighted the importance of this development in reducing the product carbon footprint and meeting low-carbon product demands. BASF's commitment to offering circular or low-PCF options for its major product lines by 2025 reflects its dedication to sustainability. This initiative aligns with BASF's overarching goal of achieving climate neutrality and net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, signaling a proactive step towards sustainable transformation in the chemical industry.
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