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eBay Inc., commonly known as eBay, is a leading player in the electronic shopping and mail-order houses industry, headquartered in the United States. Since its founding in 1995, eBay has established itself as a global online marketplace, connecting millions of buyers and sellers across numerous regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company specialises in facilitating the sale of a wide range of products, from electronics and collectibles to fashion and home goods, offering a unique platform that combines auction-style listings with fixed-price sales.
eBay’s innovative approach to online commerce has earned it a prominent market position, recognised for its user-friendly interface and secure transaction processes. As one of the most recognised names in electronic shopping, eBay continues to evolve, maintaining its status as a key player in the digital retail landscape.
+75 vs industry average
Ebay’s score of 95 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses has below-average carbon intensity
The Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses industry has reduced its overall emissions by 28% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
eBay's climate commitments include a comprehensive net-zero strategy. In 2025, eBay's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4,189,000 kg CO2e, and its market-based Scope 2 emissions were about 49,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 1,759,167,000 kg CO2e, with downstream transportation and distribution contributing the largest portion at about 1,456,848,000 kg CO2e.
eBay is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. As part of its near-term Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) approved targets, eBay aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, eBay commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions from downstream transportation and distribution by 27.5% within the same timeframe. Long-term targets include maintaining a minimum of 90% absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions reductions from 2030 through 2045 from a 2019 base year, and reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2045 from a 2019 base year.
The company also has a specific target to achieve 100% renewable energy for its operations by 2025 and aims to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. eBay reports being a carbon-neutral company for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions and has made significant progress, having reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 26% from its 2019 baseline as of 2021. This progress is primarily attributed to increased renewable energy supply and energy-efficient practices in offices and data centres. eBay further invests in renewable energy projects, including virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) for solar and wind projects.
2030
90% reduction in Scope 1
eBay Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2030
90% reduction in Scope 2
eBay Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2045
90% reduction in scope 3 total
eBay Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2019 base year.
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