BASF has introduced AdBlue® GE (Green Electricity), a more sustainable variant of its widely used diesel exhaust fluid. The new product is manufactured entirely using electricity from renewable sources, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions during production compared to conventionally manufactured AdBlue. With this launch, BASF takes a concrete step toward lowering the carbon footprint of its portfolio while supporting customers in achieving their own sustainability targets.
Renewable Power from Hollandse Kust Zuid Offshore Wind Farm
To ensure genuine emission reductions, BASF replaces 100% of the electricity required along the value chain with certified green electricity sourced from the Hollandse Kust Zuid offshore wind farm.
The company applies a mass balance approach to attribute renewable electricity across production stages. As a result, the CO₂ footprint of AdBlue GE is measurably improved without altering the product’s chemical composition or performance characteristics. The approach allows BASF to scale sustainability without compromising industrial efficiency.
Same Quality, Lower Carbon Footprint
Importantly, AdBlue GE by BASF remains fully equivalent to conventional AdBlue in terms of quality and functionality. Customers can continue to rely on:
*High product purity
*Consistent engine performance
*Effective reduction of nitrogen oxides (NOx)
*Reduced soot formation
Because the formulation remains unchanged, users can implement AdBlue GE as a drop-in solution without requiring any technical modifications to engines or storage systems. Frederik Keilen, Business Manager AdBlue at BASF, emphasized this advantage, stating that the product enables customers to transition seamlessly to a lower-carbon alternative while maintaining operational reliability.
Strategic Launch in Switzerland
BASF is initially introducing AdBlue GE in Switzerland in collaboration with its long-standing distribution partner, Thommen Furler Group. The partnership further strengthens the sustainability proposition. In addition to greener production, rail-based logistics reduce CO₂ emissions across the supply chain. Thierry Zuber, COO of Thommen Furler Group’s Mobility Division, highlighted that the initiative demonstrates how the company can produce and deliver AdBlue more sustainably throughout its entire lifecycle.
Expansion Plans Across Europe
Following the Swiss launch, BASF is preparing for a gradual expansion into additional European markets. The move aligns with the growing demand for lower-carbon industrial products and reflects the company’s broader commitment to climate-conscious manufacturing. As per the press release, by integrating renewable electricity into its value chain, BASF positions AdBlue GE as a practical, immediately deployable solution for transport and mobility sectors seeking measurable emission reductions without operational disruption.
