Mercari, Inc., commonly known as Mercari, is a leading online marketplace headquartered in Japan. Founded in 2013, the platform has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including the United States and Japan, establishing itself as a key player in the e-commerce industry. Specialising in the buying and selling of second-hand goods, Mercari offers a unique peer-to-peer marketplace that empowers users to declutter and monetise their items easily. The platform's user-friendly interface and secure transaction processes set it apart from competitors. With millions of active users, Mercari has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2018, solidifying its market position as a trusted name in the resale sector. Its commitment to sustainability and community engagement further enhances its reputation in the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape.
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In 2021, Mercari, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 548,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,659,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 42,423,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily encompass downstream transportation and distribution. Mercari has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 51.6% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per JPY value added by FY2030, with a baseline year of FY2023. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Through these initiatives, Mercari demonstrates its commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the software and services sector.
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Scope 1 | 548,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,659,000 |
Scope 3 | 42,423,000 |
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Mercari is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.