SAP SE
SAP SE, a global leader in enterprise software, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1972, SAP has transformed the business landscape with its innovative solutions, particularly in enterprise resource planning (ERP), supply chain management, and customer relationship management. The company’s flagship products, including SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform, are renowned for their ability to integrate data and processes seamlessly, enabling organisations to make informed decisions in real-time. SAP's commitment to innovation has solidified its position as a market leader, serving over 440,000 customers worldwide and consistently ranking among the top software companies globally. With a focus on sustainability and digital transformation, SAP continues to shape the future of business technology.
DitchCarbon Score
How does SAP SE's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Computer Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
SAP SE's score of 98 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
SAP SE's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SAP SE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,932,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 112,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 129,000,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to around 6,819,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from the use of sold products (approximately 5,633,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 907,000,000 kg CO2e). SAP has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2030. This includes a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% from a 2023 base year. Additionally, SAP is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 90% within the same timeframe. The company also aims to achieve a 40% reduction in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2025, using 2016 as a baseline, with a long-term goal of an 85% reduction by 2050. SAP's climate strategy aligns with the 1.5°C future, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and responsible corporate practices. The company is a signatory of the Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to addressing climate change through actionable targets and transparent reporting.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 144,200,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 135,800,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 432,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
SAP SE is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
