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.
+45 vs industry average
Amazon’s score of 60 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Amazon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Amazon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 68.3 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 15.1 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2.8 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 50.3 billion kg CO2e. This marks a significant increase from 2023, when total emissions were approximately 64.4 billion kg CO2e. Amazon has committed to ambitious climate goals, including achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its operations by 2040, ten years ahead of the Paris Agreement's target. Additionally, the company aims to make 50% of its shipments net-zero carbon by 2030. These commitments are part of its participation in The Climate Pledge, which Amazon co-founded in 2019. To support these targets, Amazon plans to power its operations with 100% renewable energy by 2025 and is investing in carbon reduction technologies, including the addition of 100,000 fully electric vehicles to its delivery fleet. The company is also focused on reducing its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Overall, Amazon's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to reducing emissions across all scopes, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy and innovative technologies.
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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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Data year: 2024
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