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United Parcel Service

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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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78

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Land Transportation 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

United Parcel Service's score of 78 is higher than 98% 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 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 Scope 1 emissions of about 14,408,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 636,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 9,833,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw UPS's emissions in the US at about 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. UPS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050. Additionally, they target a 50% reduction in CO2e per package delivered by 2035, using 2020 as the baseline. This goal encompasses both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. For the near term, UPS aims to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 8.5% from 2020 levels by 2023 and Scope 2 emissions by 11.1% in the same timeframe. The company has also committed to a 12% reduction in absolute ground emissions by 2025 compared to 2016 levels, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. These initiatives reflect UPS's dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the logistics industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. United Parcel Service's primary industry is Other land transportation services, 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 Parcel Service 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 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.

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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