Amazon Payments, Inc., a subsidiary of the global e-commerce giant Amazon, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 2007, the company has rapidly evolved within the financial technology sector, focusing on online payment processing and digital wallet services. Amazon Payments offers a range of core products, including Amazon Pay, which allows customers to use their Amazon account for transactions on third-party websites. This unique integration enhances user convenience and security, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations in Europe and Asia, Amazon Payments has positioned itself as a leader in the digital payment industry. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions has garnered significant recognition, making it a trusted choice for both consumers and merchants alike.
How does Amazon Payments, Inc.'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.
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Amazon Payments, Inc.'s score of 85 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Amazon Payments, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., and therefore, any climate commitments or emissions data would be inherited from its parent organisation. Amazon.com, Inc. has made significant climate commitments, including participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to set ambitious reduction targets to mitigate climate impact. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Amazon Payments, Inc. have not been disclosed. As part of its broader corporate family, Amazon Payments, Inc. aligns with Amazon.com, Inc.'s climate pledge, which focuses on reaching net-zero carbon by 2040. This commitment reflects a growing trend in the industry towards sustainability and accountability in carbon emissions. In summary, while specific emissions data for Amazon Payments, Inc. is not available, the company is committed to the climate initiatives set forth by its parent organisation, Amazon.com, Inc., which includes ambitious targets for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability.
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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 |
Amazon Payments, Inc.'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.
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 Payments, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.