Our sustainability approach
At Amazon, we are committed to and invested in sustainability because it’s a win all around – it’s good for business, the planet, our customers, and our communities.
We put our scale and inventive culture to work on sustainability and protecting the environment.
Sustainability
Amazon investing in 274 renewable energy projects, adds 18 new projects in Europe and U.S.
Amazon’s renewable energy investments equivalent to energy use of 9 million European homes and will eliminate 13.7 million metric tons of carbon emissions each year as Amazon works to reach net-zero carbon by 2040.
Sustainability
Amazon joins initiative to scale-up climate-friendly technologies
The First Movers Coalition targets emission reductions in aviation, ocean shipping, steel, and trucking, reflecting Amazon’s continuing investment in decarbonizing technologies.
Amazon’s first operational wind farm in Europe delivers clean energy to Sweden
Project in Bäckhammar is part of company’s Climate Pledge commitment to run its operations on 100% renewable energy by 2030 and be net zero carbon by 2040.
New Iveco trucks will reinforce the fleet for Amazon Freight Partners in Europe
Amazon orders more than 1,000 gas-powered vehicles as it builds a more sustainable fleet for Amazon Freight Partners
Sustainability
Amazon invests in nature projects to benefit communities across Europe
As part of our commitment to improving environmental conditions in the communities in which it operates, Amazon has committed €20 million in funding for nature-based projects across Europe.
How Amazon is helping customers shop more sustainably
From products to delivery, Amazon offers a more sustainable shopping experience.
Europe
Amazon and the European Green Deal – the path towards Net-Zero Carbon
Amazon welcomes the European Union's recognition of the urgency of the climate crisis and the need to make climate policy a priority for Europe.
Encouraging more companies to take action on climate change
Amazon is working to raise awareness about the importance of organizations setting carbon reduction goals and investing in zero- and low-carbon technologies.