Sas Institute
SAS Institute Inc., commonly referred to as SAS, is a leading analytics software company headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, USA. Founded in 1976, SAS has established itself as a pioneer in the field of data analytics, business intelligence, and artificial intelligence, serving a diverse range of industries globally. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, SAS offers a suite of innovative products and services, including advanced analytics, machine learning, and data visualisation tools. What sets SAS apart is its commitment to providing user-friendly solutions that empower organisations to make data-driven decisions. Recognised for its market leadership, SAS has received numerous accolades for its software capabilities and workplace culture, consistently ranking among the top companies to work for. With a focus on continuous innovation, SAS remains at the forefront of the analytics industry, helping businesses harness the power of data.
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Sas Institute's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SAS Institute reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 62,665,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,383,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,429,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 62,665,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to significant reductions, with a target to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, using 2018 as the base year. SAS Institute has set near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52.6% and Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage by 2030. Additionally, they aim for a 25% reduction in total CO2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2005 levels. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions profile highlights a substantial reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their total emissions, indicating a need for comprehensive strategies across their value chain to meet their ambitious climate commitments.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,481,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 36,153,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 113,988,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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