Sasol Limited, commonly referred to as Sasol, is a global integrated energy and chemical company headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1950, Sasol has established itself as a leader in the industry, with significant operations in Southern Africa, North America, and Europe. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to converting coal and natural gas into liquid fuels and chemicals, setting it apart in the energy sector.
Sasol's core products include synthetic fuels, chemicals, and low-carbon energy solutions, which are pivotal in meeting the world's growing energy demands. With a commitment to sustainability, Sasol has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint. The company is recognised for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top players in the global energy landscape, and has achieved several milestones in advancing clean energy technologies.
+37 vs industry average
Sasol’s score of 66 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sasol's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Sasol reported total carbon emissions of approximately 93.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 52.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 36.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero emissions by 2050, in alignment with the Paris Agreement. Specifically, Sasol targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2017 baseline. This commitment reflects their ongoing efforts to transition towards a low-carbon economy. Sasol's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures are independently reported. The company has also established interim targets to reduce emissions intensity by 15% by 2020, using a 2005 baseline, and continues to focus on enhancing energy efficiency across its operations. These initiatives underscore Sasol's dedication to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship.
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Sasol’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
11 goals2030
30% reduction in Scope 1
Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% 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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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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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