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.
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Sonova's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Sonova Holding AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 245,049,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 10,178,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 800,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 234,070,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This reflects a slight decrease from 2024, where total emissions were about 235,031,000 kg CO2e, and from 2023, which recorded approximately 257,945,000 kg CO2e. Sonova has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 78.3% and Scope 3 emissions by 32.5% by 2032, using 2019 as the baseline year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and include biogenic land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. The company has previously achieved a 50% reduction in GHG emissions relative to revenue by 2022, compared to 2017 levels. Sonova's commitment to carbon neutrality for its operations (Scope 1 and 2) is set to be realised by 2025, reinforcing its dedication to addressing climate change. The company acknowledges the need to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, further solidifying its long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,828,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,919,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 296,337,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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