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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.
+35 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, a Chemicals nec company based in ZA, reported its latest carbon emissions for 2025 as approximately 95.1 billion kg CO2e. This total includes 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.
Looking back, Sasol's total emissions for 2024 were about 99.8 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 58.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 5.5 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 35.6 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total emissions were around 100.8 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of roughly 58.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 5.7 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 36.7 billion kg CO2e.
Sasol is committed to a Net Zero emissions ambition by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement. The company has set a near-term target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using a 2017 baseline for its Energy and International Chemicals Businesses. Additionally, Sasol aims to achieve net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, and has also stated a goal to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030, with a similar 50% reduction target for Scope 2 emissions by 2030 against the same baseline. Sasol has also committed to reducing the GHG emissions intensity of all its operations by 15% by 2020 from a 2005 baseline.
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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