Sage Group plc, commonly known as Sage, is a leading provider of business management software headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1981, Sage has established itself as a key player in the financial software industry, particularly in the realms of accounting, payroll, and enterprise resource planning (ERP). With a strong presence in the UK, North America, and various European markets, Sage serves millions of customers worldwide. The company’s core offerings include Sage Business Cloud, Sage 50cloud, and Sage Intacct, which are designed to streamline financial processes and enhance operational efficiency. What sets Sage apart is its commitment to innovation and user-friendly solutions tailored for small to medium-sized enterprises. Recognised for its robust technology and customer-centric approach, Sage continues to solidify its market position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimise their financial management.
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In 2024, Sage Group PLC reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,934,300 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 1,399,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1,879,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 3,236,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The company also reported significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 193,430,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as business travel and employee commuting. Sage has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This target is part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation, which also includes a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. Notably, they aim to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2040. The company’s commitment to sustainability is further underscored by their participation in various initiatives, including the SBTi, which aligns their targets with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Sage's emissions data is sourced directly from their corporate reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability in their climate strategy.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,238,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,796,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Sage is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
