United Airlines
United Airlines, officially known as United Airlines, Inc., is a prominent American airline headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1926, it has grown to become one of the largest carriers in the world, serving a vast network across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. Operating in the aviation industry, United Airlines offers a range of services, including passenger and cargo transport, with a focus on providing a seamless travel experience. Its core products include domestic and international flights, loyalty programmes, and premium cabin services, distinguished by a commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation. As a key player in the airline sector, United Airlines has achieved numerous milestones, including being a founding member of the Star Alliance, which enhances its global reach. With a strong market position, it continues to adapt and evolve, ensuring it meets the needs of modern travellers.
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United Airlines's score of 71 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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United Airlines's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, United Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,590,472,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 143,991,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 12,671,510,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marks a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to cut carbon intensity by 50% by 2035 compared to 2019 levels across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, the airline's emissions were approximately 49,406,001,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 36,590,472,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 144,019,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 12,671,510,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of approximately 43,893,642,000 kg CO2e, with similar distributions across the scopes. United Airlines has set ambitious targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and well-to-wake jet fuel GHG emissions per revenue ton kilometer (RTK) by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment includes emissions from conventional jet fuel production and emissions from regional partner airlines. The airline's climate strategy reflects a broader industry trend towards sustainability, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing operational efficiency. United Airlines is committed to transparency, pledging to report annually on its progress and collaboration with stakeholders to mitigate non-CO2e impacts associated with aviation.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,406,941,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 189,682,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,481,978,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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United Airlines is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
