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Acer Commits to Collecting 50 Tons of Plastic Waste From the Environment Through Plastic Bank Partnership

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Acer has partnered with Plastic Bank to collect 50 tons of plastic waste in 2024, preventing 2.5 million plastic bottles from entering the ocean. The partnership supports under-developed communities by offering income opportunities and social benefits. Acer's ESG goals include using 20-30% Post-Consumer Recycled plastic in products by 2025 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Acer ha stretto una partnership con Plastic Bank per raccogliere 50 tonnellate di rifiuti plastici nel 2024, evitando che 2,5 milioni di bottiglie di plastica finiscano nell'oceano. La collaborazione sostiene le comunità meno sviluppate offrendo opportunità di guadagno e benefici sociali. Gli obiettivi di ESG di Acer includono l'utilizzo del 20-30% di plastica riciclata post-consumo nei prodotti entro il 2025 e il raggiungimento delle emissioni nette zero entro il 2050.
Acer se ha asociado con Plastic Bank para recolectar 50 toneladas de desechos plásticos en 2024, evitando que 2.5 millones de botellas de plástico ingresen al océano. La asociación apoya a las comunidades subdesarrolladas ofreciendo oportunidades de ingresos y beneficios sociales. Los objetivos ESG de Acer incluyen el uso de un 20-30% de plástico reciclado post-consumo en sus productos para 2025 y alcanzar emisiones netas cero para 2050.
Acer는 2024년에 플라스틱 폐기물 50톤을 수집하기 위해 플라스틱 뱅크와 파트너십을 맺었습니다. 이를 통해 250만 개의 플라스틱 병이 바다로 유입되는 것을 방지합니다. 이 파트너십은 소득 기회와 사회적 혜택을 제공함으로써 개발도상 커뮤니티를 지원합니다. Acer의 ESG 목표는 2025년까지 제품에 20-30%의 소비 후 재활용 플라스틱을 사용하고 2050년까지 순 제로 배출을 달성하는 것을 포함합니다.
Acer s'est associé avec Plastic Bank pour collecter 50 tonnes de déchets plastiques en 2024, empêchant ainsi 2,5 millions de bouteilles en plastique de pénétrer dans l'océan. Ce partenariat soutient les communautés sous-développées en offrant des opportunités de revenu et des avantages sociaux. Les objectifs ESG d'Acer comprennent l'utilisation de 20 à 30% de plastique recyclé post-consommation dans les produits d'ici 2025 et la réalisation de zéro émission nette d'ici 2050.
Acer hat sich mit Plastic Bank zusammengetan, um im Jahr 2024 50 Tonnen Plastikmüll zu sammeln und damit zu verhindern, dass 2,5 Millionen Plastikflaschen in die Ozeane gelangen. Die Partnerschaft unterstützt unterentwickelte Gemeinschaften, indem sie Einkommensmöglichkeiten und soziale Vorteile bietet. Acers ESG-Ziele beinhalten die Verwendung von 20-30% recyceltem Nachverbraucher-Plastik in Produkten bis 2025 und das Erreichen von Netto-Null-Emissionen bis 2050.
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  • Acer partners with Plastic Bank for an Impact Program Partnership to collect 50 tons of ocean-bound plastic[1] in 2024 through its community of collectors in Southeast Asia
  • Through this effort, Acer and Plastic Bank will prevent the equivalent of 2.5 million plastic bottles[2] from entering the ocean, tackling the problem of plastic pollution at the source
  • The partnership also provides support to under-developed communities by allowing residents to collect plastic and trade it for income, goods, and services to support their livelihood

TAIPEI, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Echoing this year's Earth Day theme of "Planet vs Plastics", Acer has partnered with Plastic Bank and has pledged to collect and recycle at least 50 tons of plastic waste from the environment in 2024. The Canada-based social enterprise focuses on tackling the growing issues of plastic pollution by building recycling ecosystems and creating livelihood opportunities in vulnerable coastal areas.

Acer's Impact Program Partnership with Plastic Bank is projected to prevent the equivalent of more than 2.5 million plastic bottles[2] from entering the oceans through the efforts of collection members in Southeast Asia. Members bring their collected plastic to Plastic Bank collection branches in exchange for the local market price of the gathered material as well as bonuses that help provide additional income and access to social benefits, like meal vouchers, health insurance, and more.       

Acer's collaboration with Plastic Bank supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) including SDG 1 for no poverty, SDG 8 for decent work and economic growth, SDG 12 for responsible consumption and production, SDG 14 for life below water, and SDG 17 for partnership for the goals.

Acer's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals also include adapting 20-30% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) plastic content in computers and displays by 2025 and working towards the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. Acer has been making strides to incorporate PCR versions of the plastic types used in electronic consumer products with its eco-conscious Vero line, and has reinforced its commitment to carbon neutrality with the launch of its first carbon-neutral PC, the Acer Aspire Vero 16, which debuted in December 2023. Acer will continue to evolve with the industry and changing lifestyles by promoting innovative and eco-conscious solutions for the long-term sustainability of its operations and the environment.

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[1] Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP) refers to plastic waste of various sizes located within 50 kilometers of the coastline, where there is an inefficient waste management.  If these plastics are not collected, they may directly enter the ocean. Source: Solutions for Plastic Pollution | Plastic Bank
[2] Based on an internal study conducted by Plastic Bank: Sustainability Efforts | Understanding Plastic Bank's Impact - Plastic Bank

 

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FAQ

What is Acer's partnership with Plastic Bank about?

Acer has partnered with Plastic Bank to collect 50 tons of plastic waste in 2024, preventing 2.5 million plastic bottles from entering the ocean.

How will the partnership benefit under-developed communities?

The partnership allows residents to collect plastic and trade it for income, goods, and services to support their livelihood.

What are Acer's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals?

Acer aims to use 20-30% Post-Consumer Recycled plastic in products by 2025 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Which United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Acer's partnership support?

The partnership supports SDG 1 for no poverty, SDG 8 for decent work and economic growth, SDG 12 for responsible consumption and production, SDG 14 for life below water, and SDG 17 for partnership for the goals.

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