Sage
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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Sage's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sage reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 193,951,400 kg CO2e globally. This includes 1,226,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 3,256,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, approximately 191,317,800 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes all other indirect emissions in the value chain. Sage has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, they are committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire value chain by 2040. This commitment has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their targets align with the latest climate science to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In summary, Sage is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has established a clear pathway to net-zero emissions, demonstrating leadership in corporate climate responsibility.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,025,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,160,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 113,219,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Sage 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.
