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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

Industry Average

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 3.77 billion kg CO2e, comprising 215,189,020 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 180,367,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 3.37 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2040. Additionally, Sasa has established a Strategic Carbon Roadmap targeting a 69% reduction in carbon intensity by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. In Turkey, Sasa's emissions for 2024 totalled approximately 7,261,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 902,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 6.36 million kg CO2e. The company has achieved a 1% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions against a 2014/15 baseline, demonstrating progress towards its sustainability goals. Sasa's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Sasa Polyester Sanayi A.S., reflecting its commitment to transparency and accountability in climate action. The company is actively working to align its operations with industry standards and best practices in emissions reduction.

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