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Sasol Limited, commonly referred to as Sasol, is a prominent South African company specialising in the chemicals and energy sector. Headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, Sasol operates across various regions, including Africa, North America, and Europe, delivering innovative chemical solutions worldwide. Founded in 1950, the company has established a strong reputation for its integrated approach to chemical manufacturing and energy production.
Sasol’s core business encompasses the production of chemicals, liquid fuels, and low-carbon energy solutions, with a focus on sustainable and innovative processes. Its unique offerings include synthetic fuels and chemicals derived from coal and gas, setting it apart within the chemicals industry. Recognised as a market leader, Sasol continues to advance its position through technological innovation and strategic expansion in the global chemicals and energy markets.
+36 vs industry average
Sasol’s score of 67 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sasol, headquartered in South Africa and operating within the Chemicals nec industry, has reported its greenhouse gas emissions. For the reporting year 2025, the company's total emissions amounted to approximately 100.9 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 52.8 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5.9 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 36.2 billion kg CO2e.
In 2024, Sasol's total emissions were approximately 99.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 58.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at roughly 5.5 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 35.6 billion kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 101.1 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at approximately 58.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 5.7 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 36.7 billion kg CO2e.
Sasol has set a long-term ambition to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes, in alignment with the Paris Agreement. Furthermore, the company has established near-term targets, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, using a 2017 baseline for its Energy and International Chemicals Businesses. Some reports indicate a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to a 2017 baseline. Previous targets included reducing GHG emissions intensity by 15% in all operations by 2020 against a 2005 baseline. Sasol also committed to reducing absolute GHG emissions by 20% for new coal-to-liquids (CTL) plants commissioned before 2020 and by 30% for those commissioned before 2030, using a 2005 CTL design as a baseline.
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2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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