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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United Parcel Service of America, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, United Parcel Service of America, Inc. (UPS) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,877,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 14,408,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 636,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 9,833,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 25,417,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 14,499,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 702,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 10,216,000,000 kg CO2e. UPS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in CO2e emissions per global small package by 2035, using 2020 as the baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. As of the latest reports, UPS is on track to meet its two-year goals for these reductions. The company has disclosed emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact. UPS continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining its operational efficiency, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2017 | 2020 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,631,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
