Amazon
Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is a leading global technology company headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA. Founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, Amazon initially started as an online bookstore and has since evolved into a multifaceted giant in the e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital streaming industries. With a presence in numerous operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, Amazon offers a diverse range of products and services, from its renowned Prime membership to Amazon Web Services (AWS), which revolutionised cloud computing. The company is celebrated for its customer-centric approach and innovative logistics solutions, solidifying its position as a market leader. Notable achievements include being one of the first companies to reach a market capitalisation of over $1 trillion, showcasing its significant impact on the global economy.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Amazon'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's score of 58 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Amazon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Amazon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 68,820,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 14,270,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,790,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 71,830,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This reflects a significant increase from previous years, including 70,740,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 71,540,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Amazon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its operations by 2040. This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions and is part of a broader strategy that includes investing in carbon-free energy and collaborating with partners to enhance sustainability efforts. The company co-founded The Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to climate action. In the UK, Amazon's emissions for 2023 were reported at approximately 15,421,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,233,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 126,755,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 13,188,000 kg CO2e. This data indicates a focused effort on reducing emissions while maintaining operational growth. Overall, Amazon's climate strategy reflects a commitment to sustainability, with clear targets and a framework for reducing its carbon footprint in the coming years.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,980,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,710,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 48,600,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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 is committed to some 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.
