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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In 2024, United Parcel Service (UPS) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,877,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 14,408,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 636,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at about 9,833,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 25,417,000,000 kg CO2e. UPS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2050. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in CO2e per package delivered by 2035, using 2020 as the baseline year. This goal encompasses both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. In the US, UPS reported Scope 1 emissions of about 7,721,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 536,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 7,143,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 8.5% from 2020 levels by 2023 and its Scope 2 emissions by 11.1% over the same period. UPS's sustainability strategy includes interim goals to demonstrate progress towards its overarching carbon neutrality target, with specific reductions planned for both absolute and intensity metrics across its operations.
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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 is not participating in any 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.
