Sonos - Product Sustainability

Recycling responsibly

We provide customers with a variety of options for recycling their retired products, including helping locate nearby e-waste facilities and paying for products to be shipped back to us. We consciously design packaging that prioritizes materials accepted by curbside recycling programs. For example, we are removing lamination from our packaging to enhance recyclability and recoverability.

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Packaging with care

Our sustainable packaging solution uses Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified fibers, recycled materials, and recyclable plant-based fibers. Through the development of our custom packaging system, we removed over 98,000 pounds of plastic from our packaging.

Increasing energy efficiency

In 2024, we advanced the efficiency of our hardware and software systems, enabling Sub 4 to use almost 50% less energy when idle compared to its predecessor. Across our portable lineup, we’ve introduced power-saving features designed to minimize energy consumption. Sonos Ace’s auto-pause functionality exemplifies these efforts by conserving power and extending battery life.

Giving products a second life

The Sonos Certified Refurbished program extends the life of products, meaningfully reducing waste and environmental impact. Backed by our standard warranty, every Sonos Certified Refurbished product undergoes thorough testing to guarantee Sonos quality and comes newly packaged with all its included accessories. As proud members of 1% of the Planet, we donate a portion of all Certified Refurbished sales to high-impact nonprofits focused on environmental preservation and restoration.

Modernizing our materials

By incorporating more recycled content into our designs, we are reducing the environmental impact of our products and packaging. Sonos Ace, Arc Ultra, Era 100, and Era 300 have each earned an SCS Recycled Content Certification for their significant use of recycled plastic and aluminum.

Creating products that last

Designing for longevity with internet-connected devices means focusing on hardware and software. We have developed a new approach to product design and construction that uses fasteners rather than adhesives, making them easier to refurbish and recycle. In addition to physical longevity, we keep product software updated with bug fixes and security patches for many years.

Supply chain responsibility

Building productive and long-term relationships with suppliers is essential to the growth and success of our business, which is why we are members of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), the world's largest industry coalition dedicated to corporate social responsibility in global supply chains. As Regular members, we align our supply chain approach to RBA guidance by adopting the RBA Code of Conduct, using their leading standard for on-site compliance, and utilizing other transparency tools that reduce risk across the tech industry.

Read our Product Environmental Reports

As we continue on our sustainability journey, we're focused on addressing the total environmental impact of our products — from manufacturing and transport to use and, ultimately, end-of-life. Our Product Environmental Reports provide data-driven insights on the sustainability performance of specific products.

Read our Product Environmental Reports