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Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc.
Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc., commonly referred to as Union Pacific, is a leading freight transportation provider headquartered in the United States. Established in 1862, the company has played a pivotal role in the expansion of the American West, operating across 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country. Union Pacific is primarily engaged in the rail transport industry, offering a diverse range of services including intermodal, bulk, and automotive transportation. Its extensive network and commitment to innovation set it apart from competitors, enabling efficient movement of goods across vast distances. With a strong market position, Union Pacific has achieved numerous milestones, including advancements in technology and sustainability initiatives. The company remains a vital player in the logistics sector, continually enhancing its services to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
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How does Union Pacific Railroad Company 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.
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Mean score of companies in the Rail 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.
Industry Benchmark
Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc.'s score of 23 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc. reported approximately 9,157,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions. This figure represents a slight decrease from 2022, when emissions were about 9,266,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to decrease absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 26% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), which assesses corporate emissions reduction goals in accordance with the Paris Agreement. Union Pacific's reduction initiatives include a commitment to lower overall locomotive consumption by 1.5% from 2018 to 2020. The company has also pledged to set long-term targets through the SBTi, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The emissions data is cascaded from Union Pacific Corporation, the parent company, which oversees the broader corporate family. The focus on Scope 1 emissions highlights the company's direct operational impact, while the SBTi targets reflect a strategic approach to addressing climate change comprehensively.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 18,603,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc. 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.
