Amazon
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 and cloud computing industries. With a diverse range of services, including Amazon Prime, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Kindle, the company has revolutionised the way consumers shop and access digital content. Amazon's unique approach to customer service and innovation has solidified its position as a market leader, boasting millions of active users worldwide. Key milestones, such as the launch of AWS in 2006 and the acquisition of Whole Foods in 2017, highlight Amazon's commitment to expanding its operational footprint and enhancing its service offerings. Today, Amazon continues to shape the future of retail and technology, making it a pivotal player in the global marketplace.
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 Retail Trade 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 5 is higher than 61% 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 the latest available data, Amazon has not disclosed specific carbon emissions figures for the most recent year. However, the company has made significant climate commitments aimed at reducing its environmental impact. Amazon is actively pursuing initiatives to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, as part of its broader climate strategy. The company has committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) but has not provided specific reduction targets in the data available. Amazon's climate pledge includes investments in renewable energy and sustainable practices across its operations, although detailed metrics on emissions reductions or specific scope classifications (Scope 1, 2, or 3) are not provided. In summary, while specific emissions data is currently unavailable, Amazon is focused on ambitious climate commitments to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint in the coming years.
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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 not committed to any 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.
