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DHL Express (USA), Inc. Sustainability Profile

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DHL Express (USA), Inc., a subsidiary of the global logistics leader DHL, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1969, DHL has established itself as a pioneer in the express logistics industry, offering a comprehensive range of services that include international shipping, freight transportation, and supply chain solutions. With a commitment to speed and reliability, DHL Express is renowned for its unique time-definite delivery options, ensuring that packages reach their destinations promptly. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being recognised as a leader in customer satisfaction within the logistics sector. As a key player in the express delivery market, DHL Express continues to innovate, maintaining a strong position through its extensive network and advanced technology.

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How does DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

71

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

18

Industry Benchmark

DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s score of 71 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

98%

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DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Deutsche Post AG

DHL Express (USA), Inc. currently does not have specific emissions data available for the most recent year. However, the company is part of a broader corporate family under Deutsche Post AG, which provides a framework for its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As a current subsidiary of Deutsche Post AG, DHL Express (USA), Inc. inherits its climate initiatives and targets. Deutsche Post AG has set ambitious science-based targets (SBTi) aimed at reducing carbon emissions across its operations. These targets are cascaded down to DHL Express (USA), Inc. at a level 2 relationship, indicating a structured approach to sustainability within the corporate family. While specific reduction targets for DHL Express (USA), Inc. are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Deutsche Post AG include initiatives to enhance energy efficiency and transition to renewable energy sources. The company is actively involved in various climate pledges, although specific details on these initiatives are not provided. In summary, while DHL Express (USA), Inc. does not report its own emissions data, it aligns with the climate commitments and reduction strategies established by its parent company, Deutsche Post AG, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction within the logistics industry.

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How Carbon Intensive is DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s primary industry is Air Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for DHL Express (USA), Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 53% since 2006, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
75%
Purchased Goods and Services
9%
Capital Goods
8%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
6%
Employee Commuting
2%
Business Travel
<1%

DHL Express (USA), Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

DHL Express (USA), Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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