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Sony Overseas Holding B.V. Sustainability Profile

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Sony Overseas Holding B.V., a key subsidiary of the renowned Sony Corporation, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1960, the company has established itself as a leader in the electronics and entertainment industry, focusing on innovative consumer electronics, gaming, and multimedia solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes cutting-edge audio-visual products, gaming consoles, and entertainment services, Sony Overseas Holding B.V. is recognised for its commitment to quality and technological advancement. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of the PlayStation series, which has solidified its position in the competitive gaming market. Through its dedication to creativity and excellence, Sony continues to shape the future of entertainment and technology on a global scale.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Membership Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

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Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Sony Group Corporation

Sony Overseas Holding B.V., headquartered in the Netherlands (NL), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, which cascades its climate commitments and initiatives down to its subsidiaries. Sony Group Corporation has established various climate initiatives, including Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments, CDP reporting, and participation in the RE100 initiative, which aims for 100% renewable energy usage. These initiatives reflect a strong commitment to reducing carbon emissions across its operations, although specific reduction targets for Sony Overseas Holding B.V. have not been disclosed. As a subsidiary, Sony Overseas Holding B.V. aligns with the broader sustainability goals set by Sony Group Corporation, which includes a focus on reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. However, without specific emissions data or reduction targets available for Sony Overseas Holding B.V., the details of their individual climate commitments remain vague.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s primary industry is Membership Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Sony Overseas Holding B.V. is in NL, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
60%
Purchased Goods and Services
25%
Capital Goods
12%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Investments
<1%

Sony Overseas Holding B.V.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sony Overseas Holding B.V. has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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