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We are excited to announce The Roots Initiative (TRI) as the newest recipient of a #SonyCreateAction Grant. The Chicago-based organization aims to to activate Black youth as the architects and leaders of transformative civic and social change in their communities and beyond. As winners of the grant, the organization will receive $50,000 in cash to continue and expand their work, a custom short film telling their story, $50,000 in Sony Electronics products to support their action plan, and collaboration and partnership with Sony. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gevevm94 #SonyCares

Congratulations to our own Dan Perry, Manager, Professional National Accounts, who was honored with a Bud Stone Award of Excellence at the 38th annual The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography. 🎉 Each year, this award honors a member of the motion-picture community who has made a significant impact. “Dan is highly respected, and this award from such a prestigious organization as the ASC is evident that the industry recognizes Dan and his contributions,” said Kevin O’Connor, Senior Director, Cinematic Productions. Learn more about the award here: https://lnkd.in/g9xJfmkG #TeamSony

Sony is proud to support FourBlock, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting returning service members in their transition from military service to meaningful civilian careers. Last week, we held an Interviewing Successfully session for program participants at our San Diego headquarters. This session paired participants with #TeamSony volunteers to practice mock interviews and explore strategies for navigating this next chapter of their careers. #SonyCares

The CTA Foundation is thrilled to welcome a dynamic class of six new trustees who will officially begin their terms as board members on January 1st, 2024. Each trustee brings a wealth of experience and a passion for accessibility, making them invaluable additions to our team. Their diverse backgrounds and dedication to our mission will play a crucial role in shaping the Foundation's initiatives. We are excited to have these accomplished individuals join us on this journey and look forward to their contributions in making a meaningful difference through technology and innovation. Welcome aboard! 🌟

We are thrilled to share that we succeeded in our goal of eliminating plastic packaging from newly designed small products (some exceptions apply) using alternative materials by March 31, 2024, as part of the #SonyRoadtoZero environmental plan!   For example, Sony's Alpha 7 IV full-frame interchangeable-lens camera bodies are now packaged in a non-woven bag made mainly of plant cellulose (excluding coatings and adhesives), instead of a non-woven plastic bag. Similarly, parts such as batteries and cables are also packaged in this kind of non-woven fabric bag or one made of paper instead of plastic. Even bands for straps and cables are now made of paper instead of plastic.   Huge thanks to the dedicated #TeamSony members whose passion and hard work made this accomplishment possible. We look forward to sharing more details soon. #EarthMonth #Sustainability

Sony Electronics is proud to be a founding member of the Consumer Technology Association's Consumer Technology Circularity Initiative (CTCI). Announced at #CES, this is a voluntary industry initiative to reduce waste, encourage more reuse, enhance recycling, reduce climate impact, and see less disposal of consumer electronics. Beyond addressing e-scrap collection and recycling, CTCI addresses climate impacts and product and process innovations for repair, reuse and recycled content, expanding on the EPA’s Waste Management Hierarchy first developed in the 1980s, which led to the “3 Rs” of reduce, reuse recycle. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eQtBdrjJ #EarthMonth

Say hello to Ken Friedman, San Jose site lead for our Environment employee network (eNet). With an interest in beach cleanups, bike to work day, and recycling, Ken helps coordinate programs such as battery recycling and e-waste collection. He also participates in clothing and blanket drives for the needy, which provide employees with an alternative to discarding these items.  This #EarthMonth, Ken is most excited about enjoying the beauty of our planet through bike rides, runs, and playing tennis. #Sustainability

Did you know? The packaging for products like Sony's #aibo is made with post-market recycled PET bottles. ♻️ Sony designers developed the packaging with the planet in mind, as part of our effort to minimize our environmental footprint under #SonyRoadtoZero. This thoughtful approach reflects Sony's dedication to innovative design that not only enhances user experience, but also contributes positively to the planet. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gMGwHMXr #EarthMonth

We are proud to share that Sony Electronics has earned the designation of VETS Indexes 3 Star Employer in the 2024 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. The award recognizes our organization’s commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community. “The diligent efforts of Sony Electronics Inc. to hire, retain and support veterans and the military-connected community have earned the organization a highly coveted VETS Indexes Employer Award,” said George Altman, president of VETS Indexes. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gjB34pc2

As part of our commitment to reducing our plastic consumption under the #SonyRoadtoZero environmental plan, we are phasing out and eliminating single-use plastic across our internal operations. At company cafes, shops, and elsewhere, we will no longer be providing plastic straws, cups, or shopping bags, and switch to reusable containers as needed. This initiative extends from work life to our everyday routine. We encourage #TeamSony to stop using single-use plastic, and switch to reusable bottles and bags as we raise environmental awareness. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gePkNZ3Z #EarthMonth