Product Design

We design products while taking into consideration their life cycle by integrating the concept of circular economy and using recycled materials to reduce environmental impact from start to finish.

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Sustainable Materials

More than 30 million of our computers and display products incorporated post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics in 2020-2022, showcasing our dedication to reducing the use of virgin plastic and our carbon emissions.

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Repairable and Upgradable

We prioritize modular designs. Our products are intentionally designed to be easily disassembled, repaired, and upgraded to extend their lifecycle.

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Energy Efficiency

Our goal for our computer products is to consume 45% less energy by 2025, compared to 2016. In 2022, 69% of our notebook, desktop, and monitor products obtained the ENERGY STAR certificate.

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Packaging Design

Our packaging uses recycled materials and provides extended usability.

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Recyclable Packaging with Reduced Plastics

For Acer notebooks, 90% of cardboard boxes are made from recycled paper pulp and are 100% recyclable. We also make conscious efforts to reduce the amount of plastic used in our packaging.

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Functional, Reusable Packaging

Our Vero packaging offers added value through reusability, serving as a storage box, a laptop stand, or a plant container, turning the packaging into multi-function items for everyday use.

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Recycled Paper All the Way

Since 2017, we have shipped over 64 million notebooks with inner paper pulp cushion protection, crafted entirely from 100% recycled paper.

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Production

We work with industry partners to rethink the production processes and manage waste and chemicals.

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Waste Management

Starting with removing the use of plastic bags for the power cord of our products, we also encouraged eco-minded changes to our suppliers’ manufacturing system.

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Compliance with Eco Labeling Standards

We disclose the environmental impact of our products and practices through environmental labels, focusing on the limited use and traceability of listed substances.

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Logistics

Our optimized logistics and transportation network increases efficiency and reduces carbon emissions.

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Improving Supply Chain Management

In 2022, over 50% of Acer's key logistics suppliers partnered with EcoTransIT to improve carbon emission data reporting and assess low-carbon initiatives.

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GoGreen Solutions

Acer is committed to eco-friendly logistics. In Q4 2022, we piloted biofuel transport from China to Europe, cutting more than 40 tons of carbon emissions.

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Responsible Logistics GHG Emissions

Over 90% of our logistics partners now directly report carbon emissions for Acer product deliveries, promoting transparency and enabling informed choices to combat climate change.

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Energy

Our operations focus on prioritizing the use of clean and renewable energy to keep fossil fuels underground.

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Renewable Energy at Operating Locations

With in-house renewable energy generation facilities and the adoption of alternative energy sources, the Acer Group’s total green power generation was around 3.8 million kWh in 2022.

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Green Commitments with Supply Chain Partners

We select partners committed to environmental protection. 60% of critical suppliers commit to RE100 or set science-based carbon reduction targets (SBT).

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Smart Charging Solution

Acer subsidiary Acer ITS's charging solution is the first in Asia to feature smart parking EV charging stations for roadside parking.

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Recycling

Channel and recycling solutions give our products and materials new purpose at the end of their lives.

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Acer Trade-in Programs

We encourage consumers to participate in our trade-in and recycling programs starting in the U.S., EMEA, and certain Asia Pacific countries.

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Standardized Recycling Process

We aim to ensure that Acer’s recycling program meets the recycling regulations or requirements in countries and regions, including the WEEE Directive and EPEAT IEEE 1680.1 standard.

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Recycling Electronics Products

From 2018 to 2022, Acer has recycled a total 61,385 tons of electronic products around the world.

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