Sustainability
We strive to create real, long-lasting impact on our customers, the communities where we operate, and the planet.
In 2019, we co-founded the Climate Pledge and set a commitment to reach net-zero carbon across our entire global operations by 2040. Since that time, we’ve innovated, invested, collaborated and made incredible progress – which continues every day. Learn more about what we've accomplished so far.
Sustainability news
Get the latest updates on how we’re reducing our water footprint and investing in innovations to address water scarcity.
Get a first look at a future SMR (small modular reactor) that will help power AI and cloud services with advanced nuclear energy in the Pacific Northwest.
Amazon's new delivery station doubles as an exercise in sustainability, packed with more than 40 market-ready technologies and systems designed to reduce its resource usage and shrink its carbon footprint.
A first-of-its-kind harvest marks a milestone in Amazon’s commitment to climate innovation.
Community
By combining what Amazon does best with local expertise and authentic partnerships, we're helping the communities we call home thrive.
When a family can stay in the neighborhood they know and love, when fresh food reaches a homebound senior, or when emergency supplies arrive hours after a disaster, these outcomes demonstrate what's possible when Amazon's innovation extends beyond serving customers to serving communities. Learn more
Community news
Learn how we invest in the community, help power the local economy, and support our employees in the Puget Sound region.
Amazon expands hub to help communities face the rising threat of wildfires in California and beyond.
Learn how we invest in the community, help power the local economy, and support our employees in Arlington, Virginia.
Through a partnership with Playlab AI, Amazon is helping educators and students across the U.S. gain hands-on experience with AI while participating in the White House Presidential AI Challenge.
Small Businesses
We invest in the success of small- and medium-sized businesses selling in Amazon's store.
Selling in Amazon's store fuels growth in local communities. More than 60% of sales in Amazon’s store are from independent sellers - most of which are small- and medium-sized businesses. In the U.S., independent sellers in Amazon’s store employed more than 2 million people.
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Small Business news
A pivotal decision to invite independent sellers into Amazon’s store in 2000 has driven tremendous business growth for entrepreneurs while transforming the retail industry.
Amazon launches new AI customs tools and expands its fulfillment offerings for Walmart, Shopify, and SHEIN, helping sellers simplify their supply chain and better serve customers across their channels
More than 60% of sales in Amazon’s store come from independent sellers like this North Dakota brand, which tapped into Amazon’s small-business tools to sell online and in retailers like Whole Foods Market.
Amazon makes it easy to support U.S. small businesses nationwide on deals across an incredible selection of products during Prime Day.
Economy
Combining our investments in infrastructure and compensation to our employees, we contributed over $1 trillion to the U.S. GDP since 2010.
We work hard to make sure that our growth has a positive impact. We support almost 5 million jobs across the country through both the people we hire and our investment in communities.
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Economy news
The comprehensive study recognizes companies for the innovation and value they bring to their customers, employees, and communities.
The investment will create jobs, boost cumulative exports to $80 billion, and deliver AI benefits to 15 million small businesses.
Meteorologist Ty Smith explains how Amazon forecasts storms days early, adjusts delivery routes, and equips drivers with ice cleats and heated vans.
Whether it’s donating toys and essential items during the holidays, or bringing meals from food banks to families throughout the year, Amazon supports the organizations doing vital work in local communities.
