United Parcel Service
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. 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. In 2023, UPS's total emissions were 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, and Scope 3 emissions at 10,216,000,000 kg CO2e. UPS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050. They have also established a target to reduce CO2e per package delivered by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2035. Additionally, UPS aims to achieve a 12% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions for global ground operations by 2030, with specific near-term goals of reducing Scope 1 emissions by 8.5% and Scope 2 emissions by 11.1% from 2020 levels by 2023. These initiatives reflect UPS's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the logistics industry.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,437,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 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 |
| 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 | 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.
