Uber Sustainability Profile
Uber Technologies, Inc., commonly known as Uber, is a leading player in the ride-hailing and mobility services industry. Headquartered in the United States, Uber operates in numerous major cities across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing innovative transportation solutions since its founding in 2009. The company revolutionised urban mobility with its core services, including ride-sharing, food delivery through Uber Eats, and freight logistics. Uber's unique technology platform connects riders with drivers seamlessly, offering convenience and efficiency that has reshaped how people travel. With a strong market position, Uber has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its services globally and continually enhancing user experience through app innovations. As a pioneer in the gig economy, Uber remains at the forefront of transforming transportation and delivery services worldwide.
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Uber's score of 80 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Uber's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Uber Technologies, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,160,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 73,638,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 38,672,801,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the use of sold products. This highlights the significant impact of their operations on the environment, particularly in Scope 3, which accounts for the majority of their emissions. Uber has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 and by 90% by 2040, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they are targeting a 34% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per service kilometre by 2030 and a remarkable 97% reduction by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Uber's commitment to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2040. The company has also pledged to match 100% of the electricity consumption from its US facilities with renewable energy by 2025, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. Uber's climate strategy is crucial in addressing the growing concerns over carbon emissions in the transportation sector, particularly as it transitions towards a fully electric, zero-emission platform by 2040.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,738,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 119,482,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Uber's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Uber's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 22% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Uber'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.
Uber has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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