Amazon
Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is a leading global technology company headquartered in Seattle, US. Founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, Amazon has evolved from an online bookstore into a multifaceted giant in e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. With significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, Amazon offers a diverse range of products and services, including its renowned Prime membership, which provides exclusive access to streaming content and fast shipping. The company is also a pioneer in cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS), which has established it as a market leader in the tech industry. Notable achievements include being one of the first companies to reach a market valuation of over $1 trillion, reflecting its dominant position in the global marketplace. Amazon's commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions continues to set it apart in the competitive landscape.
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 56 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
As of 2023, Amazon's total carbon emissions reached approximately 68,820,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 14,270,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 2,790,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for around 71,830,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Amazon has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 70,740,000,000 kg CO2e, which indicates a slight increase from 2021's emissions of approximately 71,540,000,000 kg CO2e. However, the company has set ambitious long-term targets, aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its operations by 2040. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions and involves significant investments in carbon-free energy and collaborative solutions. Amazon's emissions data highlights the challenges of managing a vast global operation while striving for sustainability. The company has signed the Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to climate action and transparency in its emissions reporting.
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Add to project| 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.
