We create chemistry for a sustainable future

We want to contribute to a world that provides a viable future with enhanced quality of life for everyone. We do so by creating chemistry for our customers and society and by making the best use of available resources. Sustainability is at the core of what we do, a driver for growth as well as an element of our risk management.

For example, we have defined sustainability focus areas within our corporate strategy. These formulate the commitments with which BASF positions itself in the market and how it aims to meet the growing challenges along the value chain.

Environment

BASF has a solid history of success in the area of environmental protection. We act responsibly and value the health and safety of people and the environment.

Employees and Society

Our employees are fundamental for achieving the goals of our corporate strategy.

On the occasion of in-cosmetics 2017, BASF will host its second Palm Dialog – an opportunity for personal care ingredients suppliers and cosmetic manufacturers to exchange recent trends and developments in the palm-based oleo-chemical industry and engage in discussion with experts from the value chain. Palm Progress Report: At in-cosmetics 2017, BASF will share its progress in transforming the market towards responsible palm kernel oil with its first Palm Progress Report.

Value Chain

BASF assumes responsibility for environmental protection along the value chain.

Responsible Partnering

The cooperation between ecological, economic and social stakeholders is important for sustainability. Thus, BASF participates in various partnerships and networks.

Management and Instruments

We have set voluntary long-term goals for economy, environment, safety, and employees & society to make our sustainable development verifiable.

BASF richtet Augenmerk auf "Wasser-Erziehung" in Schülergemeinschaft in Indien

Sustainable Development Goals

BASF supports the UN and the achieving of the SDGs to make our planet more sustainable.

BASF focuses on “Water Education” amongst student community in India / BASF richtet Augenmerk auf “Wasser-Erziehung” in Schülergemeinschaft in Indien

Value-to-Society approach

We measure the value of our actions along the value chain to increase our positive contribution to society and minimize negative effects of our business activities.

Dr. Andreas Kicherer und Dr. Stefan Gräter unterhalten sich über die verschiedenen Arten von Kunststoffabfällen und deren Recycling / Dr. Andreas Kicherer and Dr. Stefan Gräter talk about the different types of plastic waste and their recycling

Circular Economy

For BASF, circular economy reflects the aim to close cycles and use products and resources across the entire value chain.

Sustainable Solution Steering

Society and customers have interest in business contributions to sustainability. We want to understand their expectations to seize opportunities and minimize risks.

Learn more about current BASF sustainability projects

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Corporate Reporting

This integrated report documents BASF's economic, environmental and social performance in 2018.

Report 2018

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