Auo, officially known as AUO Corporation, is a leading player in the display technology industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a key innovator in the design and manufacturing of advanced LCD and OLED panels, serving a diverse range of sectors including consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial applications. With a strong presence in major operational regions such as Asia, Europe, and North America, AUO is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. The company’s core products, including high-resolution displays and energy-efficient solutions, are distinguished by their superior performance and reliability. AUO's notable achievements include significant advancements in display technology and a robust market position, making it a trusted name in the global display market.
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In 2023, AUO Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,602,307,410 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 70,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,360,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 2,240,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This marked an increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 3,447,555,010 kg CO2e, indicating a need for enhanced reduction strategies. AUO has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to achieve a 25% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using 2018 as the base year. This target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the company aims for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, also from a 2021 base year. For Scope 3 emissions, AUO is committed to a 25% reduction within the same timeframe. The company has joined the Taiwan Alliance for Net Zero Emission, pledging to reach net zero in its corporate headquarters by 2023, in all offices by 2030, and across its operational boundaries by 2050. Furthermore, AUO became a member of RE100 in 2022, committing to 30% renewable energy usage by 2030 and 100% by 2050. AUO's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from AUO Corporation's disclosures. The company continues to focus on sustainable practices to align with global climate goals.
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2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 250,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,750,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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