Amazon
Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, the company has expanded its operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, revolutionising the retail landscape. Initially starting as an online bookstore, Amazon has diversified its offerings to include a vast array of products and services, such as Amazon Prime, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Kindle devices. Its commitment to customer-centric innovation and rapid delivery services sets it apart in the competitive marketplace. With a strong market position, Amazon consistently ranks among the most valuable brands worldwide, achieving significant milestones like the launch of Amazon Go and the acquisition of Whole Foods Market. The company's unique blend of technology and retail continues to shape the future of shopping and cloud solutions.
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 55 is higher than 96% 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 68.8 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 14.3 million tonnes from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 2.8 million tonnes from Scope 2 emissions, primarily related to purchased electricity. The majority of emissions, about 143.7 million tonnes, fall under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. 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 supported by investments in carbon-free energy and collaborative efforts to enhance sustainability practices. The company has been actively working to reduce its carbon footprint, with a focus on scaling solutions and broadening its impact through partnerships. Over the years, Amazon's emissions have fluctuated, with a notable increase from 44.4 million tonnes in 2018 to 68.8 million tonnes in 2023. The company is committed to addressing these challenges and is continuously exploring innovative strategies to meet its climate goals.
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Add to project2018 | 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 | 97,200,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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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.
