Sasol Sustainability Profile
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.
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Industry Benchmark
Sasol's score of 70 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sasol's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Sasol's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 94.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 49.4 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 36.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, including all relevant scopes. Sasol has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050. This long-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions. In the near term, the company has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2017 as a baseline. This target is part of their strategy to align with global climate objectives and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases. Sasol's emissions data is sourced directly from Sasol Limited, ensuring accuracy and transparency in their reporting. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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| Scope 1 | 56,847,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,771,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Sasol's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Sasol's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 40% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Sasol'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.
Sasol has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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