Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., is a leading cloud computing provider headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2006, AWS has rapidly transformed the technology landscape, offering a comprehensive suite of services that includes computing power, storage options, and machine learning capabilities. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, AWS serves millions of customers globally.
AWS is renowned for its innovative solutions, such as Amazon EC2 and Amazon S3, which provide scalable and flexible resources tailored to diverse business needs. Its commitment to security, reliability, and cost-effectiveness has solidified its position as a market leader in the cloud industry. Notable achievements include being the first major cloud provider and consistently ranking as the largest in terms of market share, making AWS a pivotal player in the digital transformation of enterprises worldwide.
+9 vs industry average
Amazon Web Services, Inc.’s score of 49 is higher than 69% 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
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Amazon Web Services, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Amazon Web Services, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 793 million kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 13 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 216 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 793 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. This data is cascaded from its parent company, Amazon.com, Inc., reflecting the broader corporate family's environmental impact. AWS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve 100% renewable energy usage by 2025, specifically targeting Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company aspires to reach net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, which includes both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives demonstrate AWS's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards.
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Amazon Web Services, Inc.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2025
AWS is on track to meet its target of being powered with 100…
AWS is on track to meet its target of being powered with 100% renewable energy by 2025.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Amazon.com, Inc.
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Amazon.com, Inc.
The Climate Pledge
Inherited from Amazon.com, Inc.
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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