Harman International Industries, commonly known as Harman, is a leading global provider of connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. Headquartered in the United States, Harman operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, delivering innovative solutions that enhance the user experience. Founded in 1980, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by Samsung in 2017, which bolstered its position in the smart technology sector. Harman's core offerings include premium audio systems, connected car solutions, and enterprise automation technologies. Renowned for their exceptional sound quality and cutting-edge connectivity, Harman's products, such as JBL speakers and Harman Kardon audio systems, set industry standards. With a strong market presence and a commitment to innovation, Harman continues to shape the future of connected experiences across various industries.
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Harman's score of 18 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
As of 2021, Harman reported total carbon emissions of approximately 69,358,540 kg CO2e, comprising 9,951,840 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 59,406,710 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, having signed the Amazon Climate Pledge on 3 November 2021, which signifies its dedication to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. In previous years, Harman's emissions have varied, with notable figures including approximately 55,500,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions in 2015 and around 64,629,000 kg CO2e in 2016. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or achievements beyond its commitment to the Climate Pledge, indicating a focus on long-term sustainability goals. Harman's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in carbon management.
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Add to project2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,759,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 45,188,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Harman is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.