Public Profile

Coupang

Coupang, officially known as Coupang Corp., is a leading e-commerce platform headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 2010, the company has rapidly evolved to become a dominant player in the online retail industry, primarily serving the South Korean market with a growing presence in international regions. Coupang is renowned for its innovative logistics and delivery services, particularly its "Rocket Delivery" system, which promises same-day or next-day delivery on millions of products. This commitment to speed and customer satisfaction has positioned Coupang as a market leader, often referred to as the "Amazon of South Korea." With a diverse range of offerings, including electronics, fashion, and groceries, Coupang continues to set itself apart through its user-friendly interface and exceptional customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2021, further solidifying its status in the competitive e-commerce landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Coupang'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Coupang's score of 20 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Coupang's reported carbon emissions

Coupang, headquartered in South Korea (KR), currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures on their emissions, it is unclear how they are addressing their carbon footprint. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards and climate commitments, which typically include initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across various scopes. As the e-commerce sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Coupang's future climate commitments may involve setting measurable targets to enhance their environmental performance.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Coupang's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Coupang is headquartered in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

Coupang 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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