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Bose

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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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40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade 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

Bose's score of 40 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bose's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Bose 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 recorded at approximately 20,829,000 kg CO2e. 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, indicating a proactive approach to climate action. The company is classified as a member of the BA1.5 initiative, which aligns with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. While Bose has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, its focus remains on reducing direct and indirect emissions through its operational practices. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
2,936,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
21,358,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bose's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Bose is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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.

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

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