At Acer, we believe the key to creating long-term business growth and sustainability is to keep evolving with the industry and taking actions to help reduce the burden on our environment. We also understand that to expand the social impact of our eco-friendly efforts effectively, Acer must combine the strengths of its employees and supply chain partners around the world to drive change. We are committed to making ESG an integral part of our operations, so that it becomes sustainable for both the planet and our company, creating a positive cycle.

We are pleased to share that Acer concluded 2024 with six consecutive quarters of year-on-year revenue growth and our strategy to explore new initiatives and sustainable technology, cultivate new business engines has continued to gain momentum. Today, Acer is embracing changes marked by significant advances in various areas of artificial intelligence (AI). We are expanding our AI-powered portfolio under the main areas of computing and applications, built on our concept of "Human Intelligence" that embodies the dedication to enhance – not replace – human capabilities through technology.      

Acer has set itself clear sustainability goals of sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2035, achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, and using 20-30% post-consumer recycled plastic in our computers and monitors by 2025. Our commitment to environmental sustainability is fulfilled from a multitude of perspectives. Highlights of our new initiatives and ongoing efforts in 2024 include:

• Integrating recycled materials into the making of our computers, gadgets, home appliances, and fashion portfolio.
• Delivered our first carbon-neutral laptop, where actions are taken at each stage of the device lifecycle[1] to minimize carbon footprint[2]; this laptop also adds bio-based oyster shell material into its chassis and uses 100% recyclable packaging.
• Supporting biofuel solutions using sustainable aviation fuel in cooperation with logistics providers, in addition to our existing support for sustainable marine fuel.
• Joined Plastic Bank for an Impact Program Partnership to collect 50 tons of ocean-bound plastic through their community of collectors in Southeast Asia.

• Continued investing in smart solutions such as energy storage, smart parking, e-mobility, and smart medical diagnostics.

   

The transparent reporting of our ESG initiatives under our Earthion mission has continued earning global recognition and inclusion in sustainability indices and accolades. In 2024, we made our debut on the TIME's World's Most Sustainable Companies and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index[3], which comprises of global sustainability leaders identified by S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment. Acer was listed in the Top 5% of companies in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the fifth year, and in the MSCI ESG Leaders Indexes for the 11th year, garnering the best rating of "AAA" in its category since 2021. For the third straight year, we received the Platinum medal from EcoVadis' Sustainability Rating, placing Acer among the top 1% of companies rated. In addition, Forbes named Acer among the World's Best Employers for the fifth year and Top Female Friendly Companies for the third year.

As the global supply chain continues to be challenged by geo-political tensions, trade barriers, inflation, and currency fluctuation among others, Acer will remain vigilant and dynamically adjust our business and operation strategies to minimize risks and optimize inventory levels. To further strengthen our risk management, realize sustainable development goals, and enhance governance, our newly reorganized Risk Management and Sustainable Development Committee has the combined tasks of overseeing cyber security risk management and execution, and corporate sustainability.

As one of the world's leading ICT companies, Acer seeks to amplify positive change on the environment through united actions; over 80% of our critical suppliers have committed to RE100 or set science-based carbon reduction targets (SBT). With our net-zero strategy that outlines nine directions under three major pillars of operations, products and services, and value chain, we will continue to advocate for a circular economy, and research and design climate-conscious solutions that serve both humanity and the planet, providing greener choices for a brighter future.

^{*Note 1: Lifecycle includes raw material, manufacture, distribution, use and disposal.
*Note 2: The carbon footprint will be validated by a third party in accordance with ISO 14067. After implementing the reduction measures, Acer will then purchase and retire high-quality carbon credits to attain carbon neutrality and obtain a third-party certification.
*Note 3: The family of Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) was renamed Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices (DJBIC) on February 10, 2025.}