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Universal Electronics

Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI), headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider in the consumer electronics industry, specialising in universal remote controls and smart home solutions. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. UEI is renowned for its innovative products, such as the award-winning Nevo remote and advanced control solutions that integrate seamlessly with various devices. The company’s commitment to enhancing user experience through cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a market leader, serving top-tier brands and millions of consumers worldwide. With a focus on connectivity and automation, Universal Electronics continues to shape the future of home entertainment and smart living.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Universal Electronics'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.

28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Universal Electronics's score of 28 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Universal Electronics's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Universal Electronics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 120,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 15,124,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 119,118,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes approximately 4,738,000 kg CO2e from capital goods, 717,000 kg CO2e from business travel, and 6,477,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, among other categories. While Universal Electronics has not set specific reduction targets or committed to net-zero emissions, they are classified as "Committed" regarding near-term targets. The company operates within the Consumer Durables sector and is based in the United States. Their climate commitments reflect an awareness of the need for sustainability, although specific initiatives or targets have not been disclosed.

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2023
Scope 1
120,000
Scope 2
15,024,000
Scope 3
119,118,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Universal Electronics's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Universal Electronics is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Universal Electronics is participating in some of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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