Etsy, Inc., a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily in North America and Europe. Founded in 2005, Etsy has established itself as a leading online marketplace for handmade, vintage, and unique factory-manufactured items, catering to a diverse range of consumers seeking distinctive products.
The platform's core offerings include handcrafted goods, art, and craft supplies, which set it apart from traditional retail by fostering a community of independent sellers. Etsy's commitment to supporting small businesses and artisans has earned it a notable position in the e-commerce landscape, with millions of active buyers and sellers. Over the years, Etsy has achieved significant milestones, including its initial public offering in 2015, solidifying its reputation as a go-to destination for creative and personalised shopping experiences.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Etsy's reported carbon emissions
## Etsy's Climate Commitments and Carbon Emissions Etsy, a US-based retail trade services company, is committed to reducing its environmental impact. The company has set ambitious climate targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). ### Greenhouse Gas Emissions For the most recent reporting year, 2025, Etsy reported the following emissions: * **Scope 1 emissions:** Approximately 333,000 kg CO2e * **Scope 2 emissions:** Approximately 915,000 kg CO2e * **Scope 3 emissions:** Approximately 416,665,000 kg CO2e The primary contributor to Etsy's Scope 3 emissions in 2025 was **downstream transportation and distribution**, accounting for approximately 332,150,000 kg CO2e. Other significant Scope 3 categories include **purchased goods and services** (approximately 73,330,000 kg CO2e) and **use of sold products** (approximately 5,881,000 kg CO2e). In 2024, Etsy reported total emissions of approximately 461,320,000 kg CO2e, comprising: * **Scope 1 emissions:** Approximately 284,000 kg CO2e * **Scope 2 emissions:** Approximately 926,000 kg CO2e * **Scope 3 emissions:** Approximately 460,092,000 kg CO2e ### Climate Reduction Targets and Initiatives Etsy has established several reduction targets: * **Net-Zero Target:** Etsy commits to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, with a 2020 base year. * **Scope 1 & 2 Absolute Emissions:** * A 50% reduction by 2030 (from a 2020 base year). * A 90% reduction by 2040 (from a 2020 base year). * **Scope 3 Intensity Emissions:** * A 52% reduction per million dollars of gross profit by 2030 (from a 2020 base year). * A 97% reduction per million dollars of gross profit by 2040 (from a 2020 base year). Previously, Etsy aimed for a 25% reduction in the intensity of its energy use by 2025, and to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025.
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Etsy’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2040
90% reduction in all scopes
90% reduction of absolute Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions by 2040 from a 2020 baseline (tCO2e) 50% reduction of absolute Scope 1 and 2…
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

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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