United Parcel Service Sustainability Profile
United Parcel Service, commonly known as UPS, is a global leader in logistics and package delivery services, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1907, UPS has evolved from a small messenger service to a multinational corporation, operating in over 220 countries and territories worldwide. The company is renowned for its comprehensive range of services, including parcel delivery, freight transportation, and supply chain management, distinguished by its commitment to reliability and efficiency. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, UPS has established itself as a key player in the logistics industry. Notable achievements include pioneering innovations in package tracking and sustainable delivery solutions. As a trusted partner for businesses of all sizes, UPS continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for customers seeking dependable shipping and logistics solutions.
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United Parcel Service's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, United Parcel Service (UPS) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,877,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 14,408,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 636,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 9,833,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (3,689,000,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (3,261,000,000 kg CO2e). For the previous year, 2023, UPS's emissions in the US were reported at approximately 7,721,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 536,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 7,143,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, totalling around 15,400,000,000 kg CO2e for the US operations. UPS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in CO2e per package delivered by 2035, using 2020 as the baseline. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, UPS has pledged to achieve carbon neutrality across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050. Near-term goals include an 8.5% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2023 and a 25% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2025, both from 2020 levels. These initiatives reflect UPS's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint in the logistics and transportation sector.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,437,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 924,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,373,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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United Parcel Service's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
United Parcel Service's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 54% since 2009, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 40% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 38% of Scope 3 emissions.
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United Parcel Service'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.
United Parcel Service has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
