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.
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Acer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Acer's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 5,804,694,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,339,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 8,220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 5,794,135,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 4,825,030,000 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 baseline. 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. In 2022, Acer reported total emissions of approximately 6,705,684,000 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in emissions over the years. The company is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting, having disclosed data across all three scopes (1, 2, and 3) consistently. Acer's headquarters is located in Taiwan (TW), and its sustainability initiatives reflect a strong commitment to reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
