Acer
Acer Inc., a leading global technology company headquartered in Taiwan (TW), has been at the forefront of innovation since its founding in 1976. Renowned for its diverse range of products, Acer operates primarily in the computer hardware and electronics industry, with significant presence in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is best known for its cutting-edge laptops, desktops, monitors, and gaming devices, which are distinguished by their performance and design. Acer's commitment to sustainability and user-centric technology has solidified its position as a trusted brand among consumers and businesses alike. With numerous accolades for its advancements in gaming and education technology, Acer continues to shape the future of computing while maintaining a strong market presence globally.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Acer's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Acer's score of 46 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Acer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Acer Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,804,694,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,339,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 5,794,135,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to cut absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, and Scope 3 emissions by 35% from a 2020 baseline. In previous years, Acer's emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 6,705,684,000 kg CO2e; in 2021, approximately 8,786,400,000 kg CO2e; in 2020, around 8,150,743,000 kg CO2e; and in 2019, emissions totalled about 13,764,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1, 2, and 3, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. Acer's climate commitments align with industry standards, aiming to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target but continues to enhance its sustainability initiatives.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,568,690 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,275,690 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Acer 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.
