Advantech Co., Ltd., a leading provider of embedded and automation solutions, is headquartered in Taiwan (TW) and operates globally across key regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1983, Advantech has established itself as a pioneer in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) sector, focusing on smart manufacturing, intelligent transportation, and healthcare applications. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including industrial computers, IoT gateways, and automation systems, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and connectivity. Advantech's commitment to innovation is evident in its extensive portfolio, which integrates cutting-edge technologies to meet the evolving needs of various industries. With a strong market position and numerous accolades, Advantech continues to drive advancements in industrial automation and IoT solutions, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
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In 2024, Advantech reported total carbon emissions of approximately 356,504,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 22,726,640 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), alongside a significant Scope 3 total of approximately 750,942,401 kg CO2e. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. For 2023, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 3,228,278 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 26,638,341 kg CO2e (market-based). Notably, Advantech has set ambitious targets to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with specific commitments to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 60% per million NTD revenue by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 49% per million NTD revenue by the same year. Advantech's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction targets are consistent with the necessary actions to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,941,800 | 0,000,000.0 | 0,000,000.0 | 0,000,000.0 | 0,000,000.0 | 0,000,000.0 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 28,666,880 | 00,000,000.0 | 00,000,000.0 | 00,000,000.0 | 00,000,000.0 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000.0 |
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