Amazon Sustainability Profile
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.
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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 80 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Amazon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Amazon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 68,500,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 15,130,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,800,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 50,320,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase in emissions from 2023, where total emissions were about 64,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 14,220,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 2,760,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 47,400,000,000 kg CO2e. Amazon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its operations by 2040. Additionally, the company plans to make half of its shipments net-zero carbon by 2030. As part of its near-term goals, Amazon is on track to power its operations with 100% renewable energy by 2025, which includes both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company is a signatory of The Climate Pledge, co-founded in 2019, which commits to reaching net-zero carbon by 2040. Amazon's reduction initiatives are supported by various strategies, including investments in renewable energy and scaling sustainable solutions across its operations. Overall, Amazon's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a significant focus on sustainability, with a clear trajectory towards reducing its carbon footprint in the coming years.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Amazon's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Amazon's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 74% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 34% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Amazon's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Amazon has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amazon's sustainability data and climate commitments