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Sasa Sustainability Profile

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Sasa, officially known as Sasa Polyester Sanayi A.Ş., is a leading player in the polyester industry, headquartered in Turkey (TR). Founded in 1966, the company has established itself as a key manufacturer of polyester fibres and yarns, serving both domestic and international markets. With major operational regions spanning Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Sasa has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable production practices. The company’s core offerings include high-quality polyester staple fibres, filament yarns, and various specialty products, distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability. Sasa's market position is bolstered by its reputation for reliability and excellence, making it a preferred choice among global customers. With a focus on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction, Sasa remains at the forefront of the polyester sector, driving industry standards forward.

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63

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Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

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Sasa's score of 63 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sasa's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Sasa Polyester Sanayi A.S. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,765,105,270 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 215,189,020 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 180,367,800 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 3,369,548,450 kg CO2e, were classified under Scope 3, indicating a substantial impact from the supply chain and product use. For the Turkish operations in 2024, Sasa reported total emissions of about 7,261,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 902,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 6,360,000 kg CO2e. Sasa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2040 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has established a Strategic Carbon Roadmap targeting a 69% reduction in carbon intensity by 2030 compared to the base year of 2019. This commitment reflects Sasa's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint. The emissions data and climate targets are cascaded from Sasa Polyester Sanayi A.S., which is committed to sustainability within the chemicals sector. The company has made strides in achieving its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emission reduction targets, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility and transparency in its operations.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
391,641,000
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Scope 2
215,607,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
795,410
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000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Sasa's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sasa's primary industry is Salt and Mineral Mining, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sasa's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Sasa is in TR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sasa's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sasa has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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