In 2023, BASF's wastewater contained phosphorous above the safe limits

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Globally, around 80% of wastewater is discharged without proper treatment1. Water pollution results in algal blooms which reduces oxygen levels in the aquatic environments2. The presence of phosphorus (P) in high levels causes eutrophication of wa...

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