Bose Corporation, commonly referred to as Bose, is a leading American audio equipment manufacturer headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964 by Dr. Amar Bose, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the audio industry, renowned for its innovative sound technology and premium audio products. Bose operates primarily in the consumer electronics sector, focusing on high-quality headphones, speakers, and sound systems. Its core offerings, including noise-cancelling headphones and home audio systems, are distinguished by their superior sound quality and cutting-edge technology. With a strong market position, Bose has garnered numerous accolades for its commitment to excellence and innovation, making it a trusted name among audiophiles and casual listeners alike. The company continues to shape the future of sound, maintaining a significant presence in both the US and international markets.
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In 2024, Bose Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,437,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,541,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 16,896,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 21,111,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,125,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 17,986,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Bose has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions in 2022 at approximately 20,829,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of fluctuating emissions. Bose has set long-term net-zero targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment was formalised in November 2022, reflecting the company's dedication to sustainability within the consumer durables sector. However, specific near-term reduction targets have been removed, indicating a potential reassessment of their strategy. Bose's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all reported figures are directly sourced from Bose Corporation. The company continues to focus on improving its carbon intensity, with ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing overall emissions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,936,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,358,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Bose 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.
