United Parcel Service of America, Inc.
United Parcel Service of America, Inc. (commonly known as UPS) is a leading global logistics and package delivery company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1907, UPS has evolved into a key player in the logistics industry, providing a wide range of services including parcel delivery, freight transportation, and supply chain management. With a strong operational presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, UPS is renowned for its reliable and efficient delivery solutions. The company’s core offerings, such as UPS Next Day Air and UPS Ground, are distinguished by their commitment to speed and customer satisfaction. Notable achievements include being one of the first companies to implement a comprehensive tracking system, enhancing transparency in the shipping process. As a market leader, UPS continues to innovate, maintaining a competitive edge in the ever-evolving logistics landscape.
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How does United Parcel Service of America, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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United Parcel Service of America, Inc.'s score of 12 is lower than 59% 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 of America, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2017, United Parcel Service of America, Inc. (UPS) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,792,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, which accounted for about 4,631,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion sources. Notably, UPS has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined by UPS. The company does not appear to have set Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. It is important to note that the emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, United Parcel Service, Inc., reflecting the company's operational impact. As a current subsidiary, UPS's emissions data is part of a broader corporate family commitment to sustainability, although specific initiatives or targets have not been detailed in the available information.
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| Scope 1 | 4,631,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - |
| Scope 3 | - |
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United Parcel Service of America, Inc. 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.
