Harman
Harman International Industries, commonly known as Harman, is a leading global provider of connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. Headquartered in the United States, Harman operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, delivering innovative solutions that enhance the user experience. Founded in 1980, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by Samsung in 2017, which bolstered its position in the smart technology sector. Harman's core offerings include premium audio systems, connected car solutions, and enterprise automation technologies. Renowned for their exceptional sound quality and cutting-edge connectivity, Harman's products, such as JBL speakers and Harman Kardon audio systems, set industry standards. With a strong market presence and a commitment to innovation, Harman continues to shape the future of connected experiences across various industries.
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Harman's score of 18 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Harman's reported carbon emissions
As of 2021, Harman reported total emissions of approximately 6,951,540 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources. This includes about 9,951,840 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 59,406,710 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Harman has made significant climate commitments, including signing the Amazon Climate Pledge on 3 November 2021, which aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action and demonstrates Harman's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint. Historically, Harman's emissions have fluctuated, with notable figures from previous years including approximately 5,550,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 50,841,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2015, and approximately 6,328,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 64,629,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2016. The company has not set specific reduction targets or disclosed detailed initiatives aimed at reducing emissions, but its participation in the Climate Pledge indicates a proactive approach to sustainability. Overall, Harman's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a growing awareness of environmental responsibility within the industry, with ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,759,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 45,188,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Harman is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
