SAP's approach to sustainability

Our purpose is to help the world run better and improve people's lives with sustainability at the core.
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Our journey to net zero

SAP is committed to achieve net zero along its value chain in line with achieving a 1.5°C future in 2030.

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It's our responsibility to lead by example

Sustainability is an integral part of SAP’s purpose: to help the world run better and improve people’s lives. Our corporate sustainability approach is to create positive economic, social, and environmental impact while respecting planetary boundaries and human rights—with a special focus on holistic steering and ESG reporting, climate action, circular economy, and social responsibility. As a global technology company supporting most of the world’s business, we lead by example as a sustainability practitioner in our own operations and across our value chain.

Accelerating our commitment to net zero

SAP has committed to achieve net zero along its value chain in line with a 1.5°C future in 2030 – 20 years earlier than originally targeted.

SAP's Investment in Nature-Based Solutions

On its pathway to net zero 2030 SAP is committed to financing projects that reduce and remove more CO2 from the atmosphere than its own operations produce each year.

Making SAP events more sustainable

SAP is on a mission to shrink the ecological footprint of its events and integrate aspects like diversity, inclusion, and social issues into event planning and execution.

Awards and Recognition

SAP is a globally recognised leader in the area of sustainability.

SAP receives EcoVadis gold medal and ranks in the top 2% of companies scored

SAP was once again awarded a gold medal and ranks in the 98th percentile of all companies scored in EcoVadis 2025 sustainability assessment.

Holistic steering and ESG reporting

Explore how we embed economic, social, and environmental impacts into our business decisions and practices.

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How will SAP achieve our ambitious sustainability goals?

We strive to embed impact measurement into our business decision-making and target setting across our entire value chain, using capabilities and insights provided through our software solutions.

Energy and environmental management

Discover our environmental and energy management approach with ISO 14001 and 50001 certifications.

Social responsibility

Learn about our extended sustainability initiatives, including how we drive socially responsible value chains, promote respect for human rights, and create positive societal impacts.

Ethics and compliance

Find out how we strive to undertake business with integrity by doing the right thing and following both the spirit and the letter of the law in all markets where we operate.

Policies, codes, and commitments

Explore our policies and commitments to employing and safeguarding responsible business practices, based on respecting the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact.

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AI and Sustainability at SAP

Learn how SAP embeds AI across its solutions to power sustainable business transformation while advancing responsible, eco-aware AI operations.

Sustainable development goals

SAP is committed to supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Find out which goals we focus on and how we're making an impact.

Sustainability news

Get the latest SAP news and information related to sustainability, including in-depth articles on business and technology trends and blogs from SAP experts, thought leaders, and more.

Get answers to your questions

Visit our frequently asked questions (FAQ) area to learn about SAP's strategic approach to sustainability and more.

Human rights

SAP is committed to respecting and promoting human rights across our operations, extended supply chain, and product lifecycle.

  • Enabling transparent reporting

  • Supporting the ethical use of AI

  • Running a responsible supply chain

Health and well-being

At SAP, we know that best-run businesses start with healthy people who are supported by a caring and balanced culture.

  • Prioritizing mental health and well-being

  • Helping people reach their full potential

  • Providing empathy and care

Diversity and inclusion

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture makes us a better company, fuelling our innovation, enhancing our work experience, and enabling our success.

  • Empowering people to run at their best

  • Driving innovation through diversity

  • Leading by example

Corporate social responsibility

SAP is powering opportunity for all people through digital inclusion with the help of our talent, technology, and strategic partnerships.

  • Accelerating social business

  • Building future skills

  • Collaborating for sustainability

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