SAP SE is a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI software. Founded in 1972 by five programmers in Germany, the company develops solutions that unite business-critical operations ac... SAP SE is a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI software. Founded in 1972 by five programmers in Germany, the company develops solutions that unite business-critical operations across finance, procurement, human resources, supply chain, and customer experience, helping organizations run better and improve lives. With over 110,000 employees from more than 157 countries and €34 billion in total revenue for FY2024, SAP serves a vast cloud user base of 300 subscribers. Its flagship innovations include the pioneering ERP software and the SAP HANA in-memory computing platform, alongside cloud-based offerings like RISE Private Cloud for agile transformations. SAP SE drives enterprise-wide modernization, emphasizing AI-ready data, sustainability management, and ethical compliance. The company fosters ecosystems through user groups, global sponsorships in sports and entertainment, and commitments to equality and inclusion, positioning it at the forefront of business technology trends.
In 2024, SAP was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
SAP has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of SAP are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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Total Taxonomy Non-Eligible B Opex
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Total Taxonomy Non-Eligible B Capex
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Insights into SAP's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, SAP reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 16.75 billion, representing 49% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 0 of SAP's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Insights into SAP's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, SAP reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 711.00 million,representing 41% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 70.00 million of SAP's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 4% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
SAP's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have SAP's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), SAP's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX remained relatively stable, indicating that SAP maintained consistent levels of green capital expenditure, with no significant expansion or retreat in its taxonomy-aligned investment strategy.a, b
How much of SAP's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, SAP reported that EUR 711.00 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 41% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 70.00 million (4% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 37% of SAP's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of SAP's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, SAP reported that EUR 70.00 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 4% of its total capital investment.a
This low alignment reflects that SAP is beginning to transition its capital allocation toward greener investments, but still retains substantial opportunities for further alignment with sustainability goals.
SAP's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
SAP's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is SAP's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, SAP reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 4%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much SAP is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, SAP allocated EUR 69.64 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 4% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that SAPhas only marginally directed its capital expenditure toward climate-related activities, suggesting limited alignment with climate objectives.a
Insights into SAP's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, SAP reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 1.90 billion,representing 21% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 0 of SAP's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
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