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Sonova

Sonova Holding AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading global provider in the hearing care industry. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions for hearing loss. Sonova's core offerings include advanced hearing aids, cochlear implants, and wireless communication systems, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and user-centric design. The company is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to significant milestones, including the launch of the first fully automatic hearing aid. With a robust market position, Sonova has received numerous accolades for its contributions to audiology, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in hearing solutions. The company continues to lead the way in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with hearing impairments.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sonova'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.

53

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Sonova's score of 53 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sonova's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sonova Holding AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 239,367,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 10,889,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 227,777,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Sonova has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 78.3% by 2032, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 32.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Sonova's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint reflects its commitment to sustainability and responsible corporate practices in the healthcare equipment and supplies sector, headquartered in Switzerland (CH).

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296,337,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sonova's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), 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. Sonova is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Sonova 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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