What resource efficiency does the BASF "Verbund" system promote?

The BASF "Verbund" system is designed to create an integrated production approach that promotes resource efficiency. By connecting different production processes within a single facility, the system enables the sharing of resources such as energy, raw materials, and by-products among various operations. This interconnectedness helps to minimize waste, as by-products from one process can serve as inputs for another, effectively closing the loop on resource use.

This integrated framework allows for optimized energy consumption and reduces the environmental impact by generating less waste overall. The synergy of processes under the Verbund system leads to improved sustainability and operational efficiency, aligning with BASF's commitment to innovative and responsible manufacturing practices.

Options that suggest maximizing waste production or undertaking separate production lines do not align with the principles of the Verbund system, which emphasizes integration and resource efficiency. Limiting resource use for profit might not fully capture the broader goal of the Verbund, which is not only about profit maximization but also about sustainable and efficient use of resources.