eBay announced a comprehensive Climate Transition Plan that sets a net‑zero emissions target for 2045 and is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. The plan marks a significant shift in the company’s sustainability strategy, positioning eBay as a proactive player in corporate environmental responsibility.
The plan builds on a track record of progress: eBay achieved 100% renewable electricity for all its facilities in 2024, ahead of its 2025 target. Operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) have fallen 92% from 2019 levels, while Scope 3 transportation emissions have dropped 21% toward a 27.5% reduction goal by 2030. Shipping, which accounts for 84% of Scope 3, remains the most challenging area and will be a focus of the plan’s roadmap.
By 2030 eBay aims to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% versus 2019, and to reduce Scope 3 transportation emissions by 27.5% versus 2019. These milestones align with the 1.5 °C temperature goal and provide a clear, measurable path to the 2045 net‑zero target.
Chief Sustainability Officer Renee Morin highlighted that the plan leverages eBay’s recommerce legacy and emphasizes collaboration with carriers, suppliers, policymakers, and the broader eBay community. She noted that shipping accounts for 84% of Scope 3 emissions and is the toughest challenge, underscoring the need for innovative low‑carbon shipping solutions.
The announcement does not yet include specific financial commitments, but the roadmap outlines potential opportunities for green financing and partnership initiatives that could support the transition. The plan’s validation by SBTi and the company’s historical progress give investors confidence in the feasibility of the target.
In the broader e‑commerce landscape, Amazon pledged carbon neutrality by 2040 and Alibaba committed to carbon neutrality by the end of the decade. eBay’s focus on recommerce and its early achievement of renewable electricity give it a unique advantage in meeting its net‑zero goal, making the plan a material operational milestone for the company.
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