Sony
Sony Group Corporation, commonly known as Sony, is a leading multinational conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1946, Sony has established itself as a pioneer in the electronics, gaming, entertainment, and financial services industries. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company is renowned for its innovative products and services. Sony's core offerings include cutting-edge consumer electronics, such as televisions and audio equipment, as well as the globally acclaimed PlayStation gaming consoles. The company is also a major player in the film and music industries, producing award-winning content that resonates with audiences worldwide. Notably, Sony has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of the PlayStation brand, which has transformed the gaming landscape. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Sony continues to maintain a prominent market position, consistently delivering unique experiences to consumers.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Sony's score of 89 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sony's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sony Group Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 24,100,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 826,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 20,044,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes, with specific targets set for the near and long term. Sony aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2040, using FY2018 as the baseline. Near-term targets include a 72% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2035 and a 45% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products over the same period. Additionally, Sony has committed that 10% of its suppliers will have science-based targets by FY2025. The company has also set ambitious goals for its operational emissions, aiming for net-zero status for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. Furthermore, Sony plans to switch to 100% renewable energy for its electricity needs by 2030, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. Sony's climate initiatives are part of its broader "Road to Zero" plan, which strives for a zero environmental footprint by 2050. The company is a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its reduction targets as consistent with limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Sony's comprehensive approach to reducing carbon emissions demonstrates its commitment to environmental sustainability and aligns with global climate goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,700,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 115,200,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,640,300,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Sony is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
