BASF Pioneers Renewable Ammonia Production in Central Europe
Key Ideas
  • BASF introduces two new renewable ammonia grades, expanding its sustainable product portfolio and reducing natural gas consumption in production.
  • Renewable energy-derived hydrogen is used in the ammonia plant process, contributing to lower product carbon footprints and meeting increasing demand for low-carbon ammonia.
  • The production of renewable ammonia aligns with BASF's goal for net-zero products and their commitment to sustainability, offering 'green' ammonia with a very low PCF in Central Europe.
  • This expansion marks a significant step in BASF's sustainable journey, aiming to provide circular or low PCF options for every major product line by 2025.
BASF has taken a remarkable step in the chemical industry by becoming the first producer of renewable ammonia in Central Europe. This innovation involves the introduction of two new renewable ammonia grades, produced at the company's Verbund site in Ludwigshafen. By feeding hydrogen derived from renewable energy sources into the ammonia plant, BASF is able to reduce natural gas consumption and lower the product carbon footprints (PCFs) of its ammonia grades. These renewable ammonia products have been certified according to ISCC+ standards, making them suitable for various applications in a reliable manner. Dr. Jens Aßmann, Vice President at BASF, highlights the company's commitment to achieving net-zero products through initiatives like renewable ammonia that significantly reduce PCFs. The growing demand for low-carbon or 'green' ammonia has been a driving force behind this development, with customers and downstream businesses requiring sustainable solutions. BASF's expansion of the ammonia portfolio reflects its dedication to sustainability, aiming to offer circular or low PCF options for all major product lines by 2025. This milestone not only contributes to reducing the environmental impact of chemical production but also positions BASF as a leader in sustainable practices within the European market.
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