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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
DK
updated 11 days ago

Bang And Olufsen Sustainability Profile

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Bang & Olufsen, a renowned Danish audio brand, is headquartered in Struer, Denmark (DK). Founded in 1925, the company has established itself as a leader in the premium audio and visual industry, known for its innovative design and exceptional sound quality. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Bang & Olufsen offers a diverse range of products, including high-end speakers, headphones, and televisions. The brand is celebrated for its unique blend of craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology, creating products that not only perform exceptionally but also serve as elegant design pieces. Over the years, Bang & Olufsen has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position in the luxury market and appealing to audiophiles and design enthusiasts alike.

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89

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Bang And Olufsen's score of 89 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bang And Olufsen's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Bang & Olufsen A/S reported total carbon emissions of approximately 115,374,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 190,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 183,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 115,191,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 58,021,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 40,714,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2028, relative to a FY2021 baseline. Furthermore, Bang & Olufsen is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 37.8% by FY2029. Long-term, the company aims to maintain at least a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from FY2028 through FY2039, while also targeting a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2039. Additionally, Bang & Olufsen has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2039. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the consumer durables sector.

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Scope 1
2,457,000
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Scope 2
1,422,000
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Scope 3
5,217,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Bang And Olufsen's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bang And Olufsen's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Bang And Olufsen'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 Bang And Olufsen is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Bang And Olufsen's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Bang And Olufsen's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 50% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
50%
Use of Sold Products
35%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Bang And Olufsen'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.

Bang And Olufsen 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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