Vaio Corporation, originally a division of Sony, is a prominent player in the personal computing industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1996, Vaio has carved a niche for itself by focusing on high-performance laptops and innovative computing solutions, catering primarily to professionals and tech enthusiasts. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Vaio is renowned for its sleek designs and cutting-edge technology, particularly in the realms of ultra-portable laptops and premium devices. The company’s commitment to quality and performance has earned it a loyal customer base and a notable position in the competitive market. Key milestones include its independence from Sony in 2014, allowing for a more focused approach to product development. Vaio's unique offerings, such as the VAIO Z and VAIO SX14, stand out for their exceptional build quality and advanced features, solidifying the brand's reputation for excellence in the computing landscape.
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Vaio's score of 6 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
VAIO Corporation, headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments despite not having publicly available carbon emissions data. The company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by the year 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In addition to its direct emissions reduction goals, VAIO is also focused on measuring and addressing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from its value chain. These commitments reflect VAIO's proactive approach to sustainability within the technology hardware and equipment sector, positioning the company as a responsible player in the fight against climate change.
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Vaio 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.