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Amazon Japan G.K., a subsidiary of the global e-commerce giant Amazon.com, Inc., is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 2000, the company has significantly transformed the online retail landscape in Japan, offering a vast array of products and services. Its primary business areas include e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
Amazon Japan is renowned for its extensive selection of books, electronics, and household goods, alongside unique offerings such as Amazon Prime, which provides members with exclusive benefits like fast shipping and access to streaming services. The company has consistently maintained a strong market position, being one of the leading online retailers in Japan, and has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its logistics network and the introduction of innovative technologies to enhance customer experience.
55
DitchCarbon score
+13 vs industry average
Amazon Japan G.K.’s score of 55 is higher than 90% 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
Low
Post and Telecommunications Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.155
20182025
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for Amazon Japan G.K. yet.
Amazon Japan G.K.'s reported carbon emissions
Amazon Japan G.K. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., which cascades its climate commitments and emissions data. As part of its parent organisation's initiatives, Amazon Japan G.K. adheres to the climate pledges and reduction targets set by Amazon.com, Inc.
Amazon.com, Inc. has made significant commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, including participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to align corporate emissions reductions with climate science, although specific targets for Amazon Japan G.K. have not been detailed.
The company is also involved in broader sustainability efforts, including commitments to renewable energy and reducing operational emissions. However, without specific emissions data or reduction targets for Amazon Japan G.K., it is challenging to provide a detailed overview of its climate performance.
In summary, while Amazon Japan G.K. benefits from the climate strategies of its parent company, specific emissions data and reduction targets for the subsidiary remain unavailable.
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Amazon Japan G.K.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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