HTC Corporation, commonly known as HTC, is a prominent player in the technology industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 1997, HTC initially gained recognition for its innovative smartphones and has since evolved to focus on virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) solutions, particularly through its Vive product line. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, HTC has established itself as a leader in immersive technology, offering unique products that blend cutting-edge hardware with advanced software. The company has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering the first Android smartphone and making substantial contributions to the VR landscape. HTC's commitment to innovation and quality has solidified its market position, making it a notable name in both the mobile and VR sectors.
How does Htc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.
Htc's score of 64 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, HTC Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,225,782 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 163,769 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity amounting to approximately 7,850,136 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 19,211,877 kg CO2e. The latter includes emissions from purchased goods and services (about 10,341,389 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 1,333,053 kg CO2e). HTC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, the company targets a substantial 90% reduction in these emissions by 2050. In addition, HTC has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 and 90% by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect HTC's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that HTC is independently reporting its emissions and climate commitments.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 552,461 | 000,000.0 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,601,900 | 0,000,000.0 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 557,927 | 000,000.0 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Htc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 27% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 71% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 54% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Htc 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.
