Change for climate
It's people making the change for climate happen
Every small action moves us towards big change. That’s why everyone at BASF, no matter where they are or what they do, is making climate protection a priority. Alongside big projects like reducing CO2 emissions, wind and solar farms, electrification of our factories and helping customers reduce their carbon footprints, our employees are making personal changes to protect the climate too. It's this drive, and these brilliant people who are helping to fuel a much bigger transformation. We call them our "Change Makers".
Charlie: A second chance for change
What if you could turn your passion into a force for good? After a life-changing personal experience and a desire to use his work to protect the climate, Charlie embarked on a project to deliver water to parts of the world where it is scarce - using solar-powered drip irrigation. This transformative new system uses 40% less energy while supporting food security in communities that desperately need it.
Jingwen: Curiosity and collaboration
For Jingwen, the root of change is curiosity and working together. This is what led her into a lead innovation role at BASF. Inspired by brilliant minds in the chemical industry and academia, she works with scientists from universities and start-ups to affect positive change. She believes that science and collaboration are vital for climate protection.
The climate is changing and we're changing too – in ways that might surprise you …
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Claire: Where science meets heart
What happens when you mix precision with passion? You get engineer Claire. In the home of Motown, she’s putting her soul into her climate action plans. From annual energy efficiency improvements at home to leading initiatives to reduce waste at work, Claire's efforts are hitting all the right notes.
Get to know more U.S. Change Makers:
Alysée: The student becomes the teacher
Alysée has come a long way on her sustainability journey - by bike of course! She started by soaking up her sisters’ enthusiasm for sustainability, now she’s sharing her passion with the next generation. Because attitudes can change just like that. Voilà!
Hyunsuk: Step by step change
Hyunsuk spearheaded the switch to reusable cups at the BASF office in Seoul, taking the challenge in her stride. It’s no wonder, since she spends her weekends climbing mountains across Korea!