MercadoLibre S.R.L., often referred to simply as MercadoLibre, is a leading e-commerce platform headquartered in Argentina (AR). Founded in 1999, the company has established a significant presence across Latin America, with operations in countries such as Brazil, Mexico, and Chile. As a pioneer in the online marketplace industry, MercadoLibre offers a diverse range of services, including e-commerce, digital payments through Mercado Pago, and logistics solutions. The platform stands out for its user-friendly interface and robust seller tools, enabling millions of users to buy and sell a wide array of products. With a strong market position, MercadoLibre has achieved notable milestones, including being the first Argentine company to be listed on the NASDAQ. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction continues to drive its growth in the competitive e-commerce landscape.
How does MercadoLibre S.R.L.'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.
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MercadoLibre S.R.L., headquartered in Argentina (AR), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of MercadoLibre, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from MercadoLibre S.R.L. However, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets may be inherited from its parent company, MercadoLibre, Inc. This includes potential commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from the parent organisation. Given the absence of specific emissions data and reduction targets, MercadoLibre S.R.L. appears to be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. The company may benefit from aligning its efforts with the broader sustainability initiatives of MercadoLibre, Inc. to enhance its environmental impact and transparency in emissions reporting.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 83,000  | 0,000,000  | 000,000,000  | 000,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 
| Scope 2 | 4,600,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 
| Scope 3 | 256,879,000  | 000,000,000  | 000,000,000  | 000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000  | 
MercadoLibre S.R.L.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 11% last year and increased by approximately 802% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
MercadoLibre S.R.L. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.