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Acer Sustainability Profile

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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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75

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Acer's score of 75 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Acer's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Acer's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 4.99 billion kg CO2e, comprising 2,145,050 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,174,100 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,984,022,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 5.80 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,339,310 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,219,650 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 5,794,135,000 kg CO2e. Acer has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030, with 2020 as the base year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data is sourced from Acer Incorporated, with no cascaded data from parent companies. The company continues to enhance its sustainability initiatives, reflecting a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change effectively.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
3,813,300
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0,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
14,037,170
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00,000,000
-
0,000,000
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
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Acer's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Acer's primary industry is Computer Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Acer's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Acer is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Acer's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Acer's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 214% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
79%
Use of Sold Products
19%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Acer's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Acer has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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