Sound Purpose: Shaping a Responsible Future at HARMAN

At HARMAN, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a core value that shapes everything we do. Our journey reaches a new milestone today with the release of our latest Sustainability Report, Sound Purpose: Value-led. People-Focused. Science-based. From vision to impact, our report reveals how we’re turning our commitments into meaningful action across four pillars: Planet, People, Purpose, and Leadership. Take a closer look at some of our key highlights from the report:

Planet: Championing Environmental Stewardship

We approach environmental challenges holistically with measurable, science-based actions.

• Science-based Targets (SBTs): We’re committing to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2032.
• Low-impact Facilities: We are implementing a series of energy efficiency and sustainability projects like solar panels in Queretaro, Pune and Juarez.
• Responsible Logistics: Our Automotive division is pioneering low-emission fuel options for global shipping, with pilot initiatives saving more than 4,315 tons of CO₂e in 2024.

People: Our Culture of Engagement

Our core values shape a workplace that prioritizes inclusion, teamwork, and respect.

• Employee Engagement: In a recent global engagement survey, 85% of respondents reported a strong sense of support and appreciation in their work. Insights from this feedback now guide our employee engagement strategies.
• Culture & Belonging: We remain committed to creating an environment where every employee feels seen, heard, valued, and supported through our Employee Resource Groups, Employee Wellness initiatives, and training and professional development programs.

Purpose: Empowering Communities

We bring our values into the communities where we live and work.

• A Culture of Purpose-Driven Service: In 2024, our team members logged thousands of volunteer hours through organized service days, including HARMAN Gives Back Week, supporting local nonprofit organizations.
• Strategic Partnerships: Through HARMAN Inspired and partnerships with global organizations like 1,000 Dreams Fund, Music Will, and Charity Miles, we support programs that advance education and create a meaningful impact in music, technology, and service.

Leadership: Governance in Action

Our governance structure is based on integrity and accountability.

• Ethical Business: We uphold the highest standards of ethical business and human rights, ensuring our operations and supply chains are responsible, transparent, and aligned with global best practices.
• Cybersecurity & Risk Management: Suppliers adhere to strict information security standards, regularly tested and monitored through our enterprise risk management framework, HARMS, covering financial, regulatory, operational, and digital risks.
• Responsible Value Chain Management: As an affiliate member of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), we are upholding established standards of labor, ethics, and environmental performance throughout our supply chain.

Sound Purpose: Value-led. People-Focused. Science-based is a thorough accounting of our commitment to building a responsible future. While this is an ongoing journey, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made – from advancing science-based climate targets and expanding renewable energy use to cultivating a purpose-driven culture that drives meaningful impact in our local and global communities. These milestones are a testament to the creativity, dedication, and passion of our teams around the world.

To learn more about HARMAN’s Sound Purpose, read the full report here.