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.
+6 vs industry average
Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc.’s score of 27 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Rail Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 12.4 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all scopes: Scope 1 emissions totalled about 8.97 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 206.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 2.9 billion kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 26% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), which aims to ensure that corporate emissions reduction targets are consistent with the goals of the Paris Agreement. Union Pacific's commitment to sustainability includes a focus on reducing locomotive fuel consumption by 1.5% from 2018 to 2020, demonstrating their ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint. As a current subsidiary of Union Pacific Corporation, emissions data and reduction initiatives are cascaded from the parent company, ensuring a cohesive approach to climate commitments across the corporate family.
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Union Pacific Railroad Company Inc.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
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2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Union Pacific Corporation
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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