Dolby
Dolby Laboratories, Inc., commonly known as Dolby, is a leading American technology company headquartered in San Francisco, US. Founded in 1965, Dolby has established itself as a pioneer in the audio and visual technology industry, focusing on enhancing the entertainment experience through innovative sound and imaging solutions. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, Dolby is renowned for its core products such as Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Digital. These technologies are distinguished by their ability to deliver immersive audio and high-quality visual experiences, setting industry standards in cinema, home entertainment, and gaming. Dolby’s commitment to excellence has earned it a prominent market position, with numerous accolades and partnerships across the film and gaming sectors, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in audio-visual innovation.
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Dolby's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Dolby Laboratories, headquartered in the United States, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,346,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 975,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 4,592,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, with the remaining emissions attributed to Scope 3 activities. Over the past few years, Dolby has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a total reduction in emissions from 155,964,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 5,346,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Dolby has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 65% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, the company plans to source 100% renewable electricity annually through FY2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Dolby targets a 30% reduction from fuel-and-energy-related activities and business travel, and a 55% reduction in emissions from the use of sold products per unit sold, both by FY2030. Furthermore, Dolby aims for 58% of its suppliers, covering purchased goods and services and capital goods, to have science-based targets by FY2027. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Dolby's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,167,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,148,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 150,650,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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