Mercado Libre
Mercado Libre, often referred to as the "eBay of Latin America," is a leading e-commerce platform headquartered in Uruguay (UY). Founded in 1999, it has grown to dominate the online marketplace across major regions, including Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico. The company operates primarily in the e-commerce and fintech sectors, offering a diverse range of products and services, from consumer goods to digital payments through its Mercado Pago platform. With a commitment to innovation, Mercado Libre has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the first Latin American company to be listed on the NASDAQ. Its unique selling proposition lies in its robust logistics network and user-friendly interface, which enhance the shopping experience. As a market leader, Mercado Libre continues to set benchmarks in the industry, making it a pivotal player in the Latin American digital economy.
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Mercado Libre's score of 38 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mercado Libre's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mercado Libre reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,959,475,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 567,156,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 16,864,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,375,455,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, the company has seen a notable increase in emissions, with total emissions rising from about 173,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to the current figure. Specifically, emissions in 2022 were approximately 1,694,430,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of increasing carbon output as the company expands its operations. Mercado Libre has made commitments regarding its climate impact, although some targets have been removed or expired. As of July 2022, the company had a near-term target status marked as "Committed," but it has not set a net-zero target or a long-term reduction goal. This indicates a need for clearer and more ambitious climate commitments moving forward. The company operates within the software and services sector and is headquartered in Uruguay (UY). As it continues to grow, addressing its carbon footprint will be crucial for aligning with global climate standards and expectations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 160,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Mercado Libre is committed to some 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.
