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Sage Group plc, commonly known as Sage, is a leading software publisher headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1981, Sage has established itself as a key player in the financial and business management software industry, serving small to medium-sized enterprises across various sectors. With a strong presence in the UK, North America, and Europe, Sage offers a range of innovative solutions, including accounting, payroll, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
Sage's core products, such as Sage 50cloud and Sage Business Cloud, are distinguished by their user-friendly interfaces and robust functionality, enabling businesses to streamline operations and enhance productivity. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and customer satisfaction, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable software solutions.
+51 vs industry average
Sage’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Software Publishers is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Software Publishers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sage, a UK-based Software Publishers company, reported its total carbon emissions in 2025 as approximately 167.4 million kg CO2e. This includes about 1.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 307,500 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 166.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Sage's total carbon emissions were approximately 193.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 1.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 190.2 million kg CO2e.
For 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 194.0 million kg CO2e, comprising about 1.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 191.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Sage has set ambitious climate commitments, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company aims to achieve Net Zero emissions across its value chain by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year. For near-term goals, Sage commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year. Additionally, Sage commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 50% within the same timeframe, including optional Scope 3 emissions from business travel, employee commuting, and use of sold products. For long-term goals, Sage aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe, including optional Scope 3 emissions from business travel, employee commuting, and use of sold products.
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2040
90% reduction in Scope 2
The Sage Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year.
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
The Sage Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
The Sage Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
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