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updated 21 days ago

Sunon Sustainability Profile

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Sunon, officially known as Sunonwealth Electric Machine Industry Co., Ltd., is a leading innovator in the cooling and thermal management industry. Headquartered in Taiwan (TW), the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1980, Sunon has achieved significant milestones, including the development of advanced fan and thermal solutions that cater to a diverse range of applications. Specialising in high-performance cooling solutions, Sunon offers a unique portfolio of products, including DC fans, AC fans, and thermal modules, renowned for their energy efficiency and reliability. The company’s commitment to innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in sustainable design and noise reduction technologies. Sunon continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for clients seeking cutting-edge thermal management solutions.

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73

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25

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Sunon's score of 73 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sunon's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Sunonwealth Electric Machine Industry Co., Ltd., headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 138,440,800 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,231,356 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 13,161,032 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 123,048,396 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 253,032,500 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,337,827 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 20,473,797 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 230,220,882 kg CO2e. Sunon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42.2% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050, also based on 2022 levels. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Sunon's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The company’s emissions data and reduction targets are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that they are independently reported.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
165,620
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Scope 2
32,211,670
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00,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Sunon's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sunon's primary industry is Machinery and Equipment, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sunon'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 Sunon is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Sunon'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.

Sunon 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
Reduction Actions

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