- Large volume purchase of steel in 2022 increased Scope 3 emissions.
- Need to further reduce Scope 3 emissions to meet net-zero goals.
SAS International
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, SAS International disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 28.9K tCO2e/year (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 3.5K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 2: 1.2K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 3: 24.3K tCO2e/year (2023). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
28.9K tCO2e/year (2023)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 3.5K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.2K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 24.3K tCO2e/year (2023) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved Cradle to Cradle certified Bronze for over 70% of ceiling products.
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions significantly from 2022 to 2023.
- Installed a solar PV system in South Wales, saving over 240 tonnes of CO2 annually.
- Improved paint line usage, reducing operational hours while maintaining production.
- Implemented new paint stripping and cleaning methods in Maybole, reducing gas consumption and air contaminants.
- Launched SAS Horizon products program to lower embodied carbon.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver by 2026.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce Scopes 1 and 2 emissions to zero and Scope 3 by 50% before 2040.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Product CircularityMaterial HealthSocial FairnessClimate ChangeWater and Soil Stewardship