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.
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Industry Intensity
Software Publishers is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Software Publishers industry has increased its overall emissions by 10% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sage's reported carbon emissions
Sage, a software publisher headquartered in Great Britain, has established comprehensive climate commitments. The company is dedicated to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2040, with a near-term goal of halving its absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030 against a 2019 baseline. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with a 1.5°C warming pathway.
For the 2025 reporting year, Sage reported total global emissions of approximately 167.4 million kg CO2e. This figure breaks down into approximately 1.15 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, approximately 3.08 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and a substantial 165.99 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Significant contributors to Scope 3 emissions include purchased goods and services (approximately 69.32 million kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 65.99 million kg CO2e).
In the 2024 reporting year, Sage's total global emissions were approximately 193.43 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions amounted to approximately 1.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions were approximately 3.24 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 190.15 million kg CO2e. The largest components of Scope 3 were the use of sold products (approximately 88.54 million kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 79.53 million kg CO2e).
For the 2023 reporting year, total global emissions were approximately 193.95 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1.23 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) at approximately 3.26 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 191.32 million kg CO2e.
Sage is actively working towards its emissions reduction goals. For example, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 75% by 2030. Furthermore, they have set a goal to reduce their Scope 3 emissions by 13% by 2030, with specific targets for homeworking, hotel stays, and the use of sold products aiming for a 50% reduction within the same timeframe. Sage also aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of the current decade.
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Sage’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in all scopes
Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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