Public Profile

Knowles Corporation

Knowles Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading innovator in the micro-acoustic microphones and balanced armature speakers industry. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a key player in the audio and communications sectors, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in advanced audio solutions, Knowles offers a diverse range of products, including MEMS microphones and hearing aid components, which are renowned for their superior sound quality and compact design. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it at the forefront of the market, achieving notable milestones such as pioneering the first MEMS microphone for consumer electronics. With a strong reputation for excellence, Knowles Corporation continues to drive innovation, making it a preferred choice for leading brands in the technology and healthcare industries.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Knowles Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

20

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.

18

Industry Benchmark

Knowles Corporation's score of 20 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Knowles Corporation's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data from 2012, Knowles Corporation, headquartered in the US, has not disclosed specific carbon emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company reported an emissions intensity of approximately 1.909e-05 kg CO2e per million USD in revenue, which amounted to about 1,118,000,000 USD. However, detailed emissions data, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, has not been provided. Currently, Knowles Corporation does not have any publicly stated reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The absence of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the company may need to enhance its transparency and accountability regarding its carbon footprint and climate impact.

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

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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. Knowles Corporation is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Knowles Corporation is not committed to any 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.

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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