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.
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Acer's score of 49 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Acer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,804,694,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 2,339,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 8,220,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 5,794,135,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Acer aims for a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030, with 2020 as the baseline. Acer's emissions data is sourced from its parent company, Acer Incorporated, and reflects its commitment to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines, specifically targeting a 1.5°C reduction pathway. The company has made strides in transparency, disclosing emissions across all relevant scopes and categories, and is actively working towards its reduction goals.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,813,300 | - | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 14,037,170 | - | 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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Acer is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.