Ul
UL, formerly known as Underwriters Laboratories, is a global safety certification company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, USA. Founded in 1894, UL has established itself as a leader in the safety science industry, providing testing, inspection, and certification services across various sectors, including consumer electronics, building materials, and healthcare. With a commitment to innovation, UL offers a range of core services, including product safety testing, performance testing, and sustainability certification, ensuring that products meet rigorous safety standards. The company is renowned for its comprehensive approach to risk management and compliance, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide. UL's notable achievements include its role in developing safety standards and its extensive network of laboratories and experts across North America, Europe, and Asia, solidifying its position as a key player in the global market.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ul's score of 47 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ul's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, UL Solutions Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 119,329,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with specific emissions of about 22,555,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 44,573,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 119,329,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of their supply chain and operational activities. UL Solutions has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by 2032, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and upstream leased assets by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, UL Solutions is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility in the professional services sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,443,350 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,333,090 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Ul is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
