Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Summary
Amazon Web Services is a global cloud-computing provider offering infrastructure, platform and software services to organisations worldwide. As part of its sustainability initiatives, AWS develops tools that help customers measure and manage environmental impacts associated with cloud workloads. AWS supports energy-efficient infrastructure, renewable-energy procurement and transparent carbon-accounting methods across its platforms. Its sustainability portfolio includes services like the AWS Customer Carbon Footprint Tool, which enables customers to integrate emissions data into ESG reporting and operational decision-making. AWS combines cloud technology, data-centre efficiency and environmental methodology to provide scalable solutions for digital sustainability and climate-aligned cloud operations.
Our principle
Cut through the green tape
We don't push agendas. At Net Zero Compare, we cut through the hype and fear to deliver the straightforward facts you need for making informed decisions on green products and services. Whether motivated by compliance, customer demands, or a real passion for the environment, you’re welcome here. We provide reliable information. Why you seek it is not our concern.
Details
Company name
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Headquarters
Seattle, Washington, USA
Date of establishment
2006
Website
Software
AWS Customer Carbon Footprint Tool (CCFT)
AWS Customer Carbon Footprint Tool – Measure Cloud Emissions from AWS Workloads
Carbon Accounting
The AWS Customer Carbon Footprint Tool is a cloud-emissions measurement solution built into the AWS Billing Console. It converts AWS usage across compute, storage and other services into greenhouse-gas emissions expressed in CO₂e. The tool includes Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions, providing a comprehensive view of the environmental impact of AWS workloads. CCFT offers regional and service-level breakdowns, historical trend analysis, emissions data exports and multi-account aggregation for organisations using AWS Organisations. Designed for ESG teams, FinOps practitioners and IT managers, it provides audit-aligned, standardised emissions information at no extra cost. CCFT enables companies to integrate cloud emissions into sustainability strategies and supports reporting, transparency and optimisation decisions.
