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United Airlines

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United Airlines, officially known as United Airlines, Inc., is a prominent American airline headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1926, it has grown to become one of the largest carriers in the world, serving a vast network across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. Operating in the aviation industry, United Airlines offers a range of services, including passenger and cargo transport, with a focus on providing a seamless travel experience. Its core products include domestic and international flights, loyalty programmes, and premium cabin services, distinguished by a commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation. As a key player in the airline sector, United Airlines has achieved numerous milestones, including being a founding member of the Star Alliance, which enhances its global reach. With a strong market position, it continues to adapt and evolve, ensuring it meets the needs of modern travellers.

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55

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

United Airlines's score of 55 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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United Airlines's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, United Airlines reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 36,590,472,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 144,019,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks an increase from 2022, where emissions were approximately 30,400,715,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 149,252,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The airline has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for 2023. United Airlines has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its carbon intensity by 50% by 2035 compared to 2019 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as well as well-to-wake jet fuel GHG emissions, including upstream transportation and distribution (Scope 3 category 4). The company’s targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with reductions required to keep global warming well below 2°C. The airline's commitment includes a comprehensive approach to emissions reduction, focusing on biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, while also acknowledging that non-CO2e effects contributing to aviation-induced warming are not included in these targets. United Airlines is committed to reporting annually on its progress and collaboration with stakeholders to mitigate the non-CO2e impacts of aviation. Overall, United Airlines is actively working towards a more sustainable future, with clear targets and a commitment to transparency in its emissions reduction efforts.

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Scope 1
44,888,416,000
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Scope 2
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. United Airlines's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for United Airlines is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

United Airlines 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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