Mercado Libre, often referred to as Mercado Livre in Brazil, is a leading player in the computer and related services industry, specifically within the e-commerce sector. Headquartered in Uruguay (UY), the company operates extensively across Latin America, including major markets such as Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico. Founded in 1999, Mercado Libre has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the largest e-commerce platform in the region.
The company offers a diverse range of services, including online marketplace solutions, payment processing through Mercado Pago, and logistics services via Mercado Envios. What sets Mercado Libre apart is its robust ecosystem that seamlessly integrates buying, selling, and payment solutions, catering to millions of users. With a strong market position, it has consistently been recognised for its innovation and commitment to enhancing the online shopping experience in Latin America.
+7 vs industry average
Mercado Libre’s score of 48 is higher than 60% 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 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Mercado Libre's reported carbon emissions
Mercado Libre's climate commitments focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations.
For 2025, Mercado Libre reported a total of approximately 4.07 billion kg CO2e. This total is comprised of Scope 1 emissions amounting to about 29.28 thousand kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 43.87 thousand kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 4.14 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions include upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 2.03 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 1.65 billion kg CO2e).
In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 2.73 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 29.20 thousand kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 25.08 thousand kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 2.77 billion kg CO2e.
For 2023, Mercado Libre reported total emissions of approximately 2.11 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 7.86 thousand kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 18.18 thousand kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 2.08 billion kg CO2e.
Mercado Libre has established reduction targets. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of the current decade. Furthermore, they are committed to reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Previously, they had committed to a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030, though these commitments have since been superseded or are no longer the primary stated targets.
The company's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organisation, indicating direct reporting. Mercado Libre operates within the Computer and related services (72) industry, with its headquarters located in Uruguay (UY).
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Mercado Libre’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
We aim to reduce our Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline.
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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Data year: 2025
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