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updated 9 months ago

Sony Mobile Communications AB Sustainability Profile

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Sony Mobile Communications AB, a subsidiary of the renowned Sony Corporation, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 2001, the company has carved a niche in the telecommunications industry, focusing on the design and development of innovative mobile devices and services. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America, Sony Mobile is best known for its Xperia smartphone range, which combines cutting-edge technology with sleek design. The brand is recognised for its unique camera capabilities and high-resolution displays, setting it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, Sony Mobile has achieved significant milestones, including the integration of advanced multimedia features and the introduction of 5G technology in its devices. As a key player in the mobile communications sector, Sony Mobile continues to push the boundaries of mobile innovation, maintaining a strong market position globally.

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86

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Sony Mobile Communications AB's score of 86 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

93%

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Sony Mobile Communications AB's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Sony Group Corporation

Sony Mobile Communications AB, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, which cascades its climate commitments and initiatives down to its subsidiaries. Sony Group Corporation has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce emissions across its operations. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, with specific targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The SBTi targets and other climate pledges, such as RE100 and CDP commitments, are inherited from Sony Group Corporation, reflecting a strong corporate commitment to sustainability. While specific reduction targets for Sony Mobile Communications AB are not detailed, the overarching goals from the parent company indicate a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing carbon footprints across all levels of operation. The company is expected to align its practices with these commitments as part of its corporate family relationship with Sony Group Corporation.

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How Carbon Intensive is Sony Mobile Communications AB's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sony Mobile Communications AB's primary industry is Research Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sony Mobile Communications AB's Location?

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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. This request for Sony Mobile Communications AB is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sony Mobile Communications AB's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sony Mobile Communications AB's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
60%
Purchased Goods and Services
25%
Capital Goods
12%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Investments
<1%

Sony Mobile Communications AB's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sony Mobile Communications AB has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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