- Increased Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions due to increased production volume in Tijuana and increased office occupancy in Framingham.
- Data limitations and challenges in monitoring Scope 3 emissions.
- Potential water risk at four Bose locations identified through water risk assessment.
Bose Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-04 to 2023-03 reporting, Bose Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 19.7K + 16952 = 36646 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 3.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 17.0K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
19.7K + 16952 = 36646 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2022-04 to 2023-03
Water Usage
2.6M cubic ft/year
2022-04 to 2023-03
Waste
6.7K metric tonnes/year
2022-04 to 2023-03
Energy Use
233.7K GJ/year
2022-04 to 2023-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-04 to 2023-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 3.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 17.0K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022-04 to 2023-03 | 19.7K + 16952 = 36646 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2020-04 to 2021-03 | 17.7K tCO2e/year |
| 2017-04 to 2019-03 | 24.1K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions by more than 5.5% from the base year.
- Achieved almost 90% recycling rate of generated waste in Tijuana.
- Eliminated single-use plastics from corporate cafeterias in Framingham and substituted with compostable alternatives.
- Completed energy audits at Framingham headquarters and Tijuana manufacturing site, identifying over 20 efficiency opportunities in Framingham resulting in annual savings of over 120,000 kWh and approximately 500,000 kWh in Tijuana.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption in high-consumption areas.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030.
- Achieve an SBTi-aligned target of 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Carbon neutrality by 2035 for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in manufacturing.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeProduct CircularityDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B)