Acer and DA.AI recognized as exemplifying Taiwan Excellence

Taiwanese companies Acer and DA.AI Technology are successfully reducing their carbon footprints through innovative technology and circular economy principles, minimizing waste, maximizing efficiency, and promoting sustainable operations that scale.

They and others recently received Taiwan Excellence Awards from Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs. “These companies are pioneers in integrating energy-efficient processes, waste reduction techniques, and eco-friendly materials into their production lines,” a press release published on July 25 said.

“[Taiwan Excellence] aims to highlight Taiwan's potential in the global sustainable green energy industry, contributing to both environmental and economic sustainability goals worldwide,” said Taiwan External Trade Development Council Chairman James Huang. “We would like to invite…Taiwan project proposal[s]…for social entrepreneurs, social workers, students to submit proposals towards achieving SDG goals."

Acer’s Aspire Vero laptop uses a touchpad made of ocean-bound plastic and other recycled computer materials. Their companies emit almost a third less carbon dioxide emissions versus 100-percent virgin plastic devices. The company’s recycled paper packaging, and recycled polyester bags and keyboard sheets also exemplify reusing old products, award officials said.

DA.AI Technology has made eco-zippers and eco-buttons from recycled polyester, including discarded clothes, as well as eco-friendly yarns, plastic products, and wood plastic composite. The company estimated that it reduces 63.4 gram of carbon emissions compared to virgin plastic products. It also claims to have recycled tons of discarded leftover fabric in recent years. ce/jd