BASF, a global leader in the chemical industry, is enhancing transparency in product carbon footprints (PCFs) by partnering with leading software providers. This initiative aims to standardize emissions data across complex chemical value chains, facilitating more consistent and transparent reporting.
The company’s proprietary digital solution, initially developed to assess BASF’s own portfolio of approximately 45,000 products, calculates cradle-to-gate PCFs by integrating primary production and supply chain data with globally recognized datasets and methodologies. By licensing this system to software providers such as Eviden, iPoint, Sphera, and Carbon Minds, BASF promotes broader adoption of standardized emissions reporting.
TÜV Rheinland has certified BASF’s method for calculating cradle-to-gate PCFs in accordance with international standards. The digital solution supports assessments of Scope 1, 2, and upstream Scope 3 emissions, aligning with industry frameworks like Together for Sustainability (TfS) and Catena-X.
BASF’s move reflects an industry-wide push for greater emissions transparency, critical to driving decarbonization in manufacturing and raw material sourcing. The company also collaborates with associations such as the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and the Global Battery Alliance (GBA) to align on sustainability best practices.
Through this network of partnerships, BASF ensures that its PCF methodology continues to evolve with the demands of customers, regulators, and the broader value chain.
