Federal Express
Federal Express Corporation, commonly known as FedEx, is a leading global courier delivery services company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1971, FedEx revolutionised the logistics industry with its overnight shipping service, establishing a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. Operating primarily in the transportation and logistics sector, FedEx offers a range of services, including express parcel delivery, freight transportation, and e-commerce solutions. Its unique hub-and-spoke model allows for efficient package sorting and distribution, setting it apart from competitors. With a commitment to innovation, FedEx has achieved numerous milestones, including the introduction of tracking technology and a robust global network. Today, it stands as a market leader, recognised for its reliability and speed, making it a preferred choice for businesses and consumers alike.
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Federal Express's score of 44 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Federal Express's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Federal Express (FedEx) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,531,415,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 15,804,636,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion (about 12,536,072,000 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (approximately 2,576,897,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions totalled around 918,981,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were approximately 4,807,798,000 kg CO2e, with upstream transportation and distribution accounting for the majority at about 4,728,108,000 kg CO2e. FedEx has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon-neutral operations by 2040 across all scopes of emissions. This long-term goal encompasses both direct emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and contracted transportation emissions (Scope 3). Additionally, the company anticipates a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using 2005 as a baseline. In recent years, FedEx has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, from 2022 to 2023, the company achieved a reduction in total emissions from approximately 22,247,331,000 kg CO2e to 21,531,415,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to sustainability and a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the air freight transportation and logistics sector.
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| 2009 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,101,552,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,094,867,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,099,293,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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