BASF Intermediates Geismar Acetylene Unit wins ACC Energy Efficiency Award
- American Chemistry Council awarded the Geismar Acetylene Unit the Responsible Care 2026 Energy Efficiency Award.
- Energy reductions achieved through implementation of an advanced process control (APC) system.
- The unit produces acetylene used in coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers and plastics.
- The Acetylene Unit sits within BASF’s Geismar Verbund, the company’s largest North American manufacturing site.
Award
The American Chemistry Council recognized BASF’s Geismar Acetylene Unit with the Responsible Care® 2026 Energy Efficiency Award for reducing energy consumption through process improvements.
Improvement delivered
The site implemented an advanced process control (APC) system. The ACC award highlights such strategies that improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support sustainable operations. BASF noted the work leverages advanced digital tools to improve performance while reducing energy use and environmental impact.
Site and production context
The Acetylene Unit is part of BASF’s Intermediates division and produces acetylene for products including coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers and plastics. The unit is located at BASF’s Geismar Verbund, which integrates interconnected production, energy efficiency and resource optimization to support competitiveness and innovation.
Source: BASF
