Ebay
eBay Inc., a leading global e-commerce platform headquartered in the United States, has revolutionised online shopping since its founding in 1995. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, eBay connects millions of buyers and sellers, facilitating transactions across a diverse range of categories, including electronics, fashion, and collectibles. Renowned for its auction-style listings and fixed-price sales, eBay offers a unique marketplace experience that empowers individuals and businesses alike. The platform's commitment to innovation has led to significant milestones, such as the introduction of mobile commerce and enhanced buyer protection features. As a pioneer in the online retail industry, eBay continues to maintain a prominent market position, boasting a vast user base and a reputation for trustworthiness and variety in its offerings.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ebay'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 Retail Trade 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
Ebay's score of 81 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Ebay's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, eBay reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,100,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 5,098,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 146,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to approximately 2,096,472,000 kg CO2e, with downstream transportation and distribution being the largest category at about 1,762,807,000 kg CO2e. eBay has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 20% reduction in Scope 3 downstream transportation and delivery emissions within the same timeframe. By 2045, eBay aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain, including a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These commitments align with eBay's Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) approved goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action. The company is also working towards achieving near-zero Scope 2 emissions by 2025 and maintaining carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
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| 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,743,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 95,176,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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