Amazon
Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is a leading player in the electronic shopping and mail-order houses industry, headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA. Founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, Amazon began as an online bookstore and has since evolved into a global e-commerce giant, offering a vast array of products and services, including electronics, apparel, and cloud computing through Amazon Web Services (AWS).
With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Amazon has revolutionised the online shopping experience with its customer-centric approach and innovative technologies. Notable achievements include the introduction of Prime membership, which offers exclusive benefits, and the development of Alexa, a pioneering voice-activated assistant. Amazon's commitment to convenience and efficiency continues to solidify its position as a market leader in the e-commerce sector.
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Industry Intensity
Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses industry has reduced its overall emissions by 14% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Amazon's reported carbon emissions
Amazon's Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments: An Overview
Amazon, a prominent company in the Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses industry, is headquartered in the US and has demonstrated a growing commitment to addressing its environmental impact. The company's latest reported emissions data indicates a significant carbon footprint, with comprehensive reporting across Scope 1, 2, and 3.
Recent Emissions Data:
- 2025: Amazon reported a total of approximately 80.9 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 15.4 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3.7 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 61.7 billion kg CO2e.
- 2024: The company's emissions for 2024 were approximately 69.6 billion kg CO2e. This breaks down into Scope 1 at roughly 15.1 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 2.8 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 51.6 billion kg CO2e.
- 2023: In 2023, Amazon's total emissions were approximately 65.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 accounting for about 14.2 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 for approximately 2.8 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 for around 48.3 billion kg CO2e.
- 2022: Total emissions for 2022 stood at approximately 65.4 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of about 13.0 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 of approximately 3.1 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 of around 49.3 billion kg CO2e.
- 2021: Amazon reported total emissions of approximately 71.5 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 12.1 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 4.1 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were around 55.4 billion kg CO2e.
- 2020: Total emissions were approximately 60.6 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 9.6 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 5.3 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were around 45.8 billion kg CO2e.
- 2019: In 2019, the company reported total emissions of approximately 51.2 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 5.8 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 5.5 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were around 39.9 billion kg CO2e.
- 2018: Total emissions were approximately 44.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 5.0 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.7 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were around 34.7 billion kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:
Amazon has set ambitious targets to mitigate its climate impact. A key initiative is The Climate Pledge, co-founded by Amazon in 2019, which commits signatories to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, a decade ahead of the Paris Agreement's goal.
Further specific targets include:
- By 2030: Amazon aims for half of its shipments to be net-zero carbon.
- By 2025: The company is on track to power its global operations with 100% renewable energy, an accelerated target from its original goal of 2030. This includes matching 100% of the electricity consumed by its global operations with renewable energy.
- Absolute Emissions Reduction: Amazon is committed to reducing its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline.
The company is actively investing in carbon reduction technologies, including the development and adoption of sustainable materials, energy efficiency measures, and carbon sequestration strategies. A significant part of this strategy involves deploying 100,000 fully-electric vehicles within its global delivery fleet.
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Amazon’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2040
Our vision for a carbon neutral future means Amazon's buildi…
Our vision for a carbon neutral future means Amazon's buildings are fully powered by renewable energy; our fleets run on renewable electrici…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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