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
How Amazon’s $100 million Right Now Climate Fund is protecting and restoring nature around the world
Get the latest on how the fund is investing in nature-based climate projects across more than 15 countries.
Get the latest updates on how we’re reducing our water footprint and investing in innovations to address water scarcity.
With more than 700 projects globally, Amazon is investing in over 40 gigawatts of carbon-free energy, which is enough to power more than 12.1 million U.S. homes.
The Stockton-on-Tees facility will use AI tracking, carbon-storing materials, and renewable energy to cut emissions by at least 20%.
Community
By combining what Amazon does best with local expertise and authentic partnerships, we’re supporting 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
Amazon's investments are boosting the Empire State's economy while creating opportunities for New Yorkers.
Amazon's investments are boosting the Prairie State’s economy while creating opportunities for Illinoisans.
Amazon's investments have helped fuel America's economic growth in communities large and small, bringing good jobs and new economic opportunities.
Amazon's investments are boosting the Lone Star State's economy while creating opportunities for Texans.
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
Amazon Seller Wallet gives selling partners more control over how much and when to convert their funds—available in USD and in EUR.
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.
Economy
We invested more than $340 billion in the U.S. in 2025, supporting infrastructure and compensation to employees and contributing over $1.8 trillion to the economy since 2010.
From major cities to small towns and rural communities, Amazon's investments are reaching every corner of America. Since 2010, we hinvested more than $450 billion in over 1,000 small towns and rural areas across the U.S.—a reflection of our long-standing commitment to spreading economic opportunity to communities of all sizes.
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Economy news
Amazon’s 2025 investments support millions of jobs, advance innovation, and strengthen communities from small towns to major cities across America.
Abe Diaz shares how his team helps communities after hurricanes, earthquakes, and other disasters.
Amazon is creating high-paying jobs and strengthening the Magnolia State while building responsible infrastructure.
Amazon has reduced workplace injury rates by 43% since 2019, reflecting our continued focus on safety excellence.
Building Strong Communities
We work hard to make sure the communities in which we operate are better off because we're there. We do that by creating jobs with good pay and benefits, building responsibly, working with local contractors and small businesses, and investing in infrastructure like schools, affordable housing, and essential services.
Amazon Future Ready
Emerging technologies are creating tremendous opportunities for people around the world, and we’re committed to unlocking their full potential in ways that positively impact our employees and communities across America and around the globe. We’re investing billions in infrastructure and education to empower as many people as possible to build stronger communities and create new jobs through this technological transformation.
