Amazon Web Services, Inc.
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., is a leading cloud computing provider headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2006, AWS has rapidly transformed the technology landscape, offering a comprehensive suite of services that includes computing power, storage options, and machine learning capabilities. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, AWS serves millions of customers globally. AWS is renowned for its innovative solutions, such as Amazon EC2 and Amazon S3, which provide scalable and flexible resources tailored to diverse business needs. Its commitment to security, reliability, and cost-effectiveness has solidified its position as a market leader in the cloud industry. Notable achievements include being the first major cloud provider and consistently ranking as the largest in terms of market share, making AWS a pivotal player in the digital transformation of enterprises worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Amazon Web Services, Inc.'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.
Industry Average
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.
Industry Benchmark
Amazon Web Services, Inc.'s score of 29 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Amazon Web Services, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific emissions data for the most recent year, as no absolute emissions figures are available. However, the company has made significant climate commitments aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. AWS is actively engaged in various initiatives to enhance sustainability and reduce emissions across its operations. While specific reduction targets or achievements are not detailed, AWS is part of Amazon's broader commitment to reach net-zero carbon by 2040. This commitment aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing trend among technology companies to address climate change proactively. AWS's efforts include investing in renewable energy projects and improving energy efficiency in its data centres. As the industry continues to evolve, AWS's climate initiatives will play a crucial role in shaping its environmental impact and contributing to global sustainability goals.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Amazon Web Services, Inc. is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
