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 score of 12 is higher than 67% 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 Scope 1 emissions, which amounted to 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 absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives in the provided data, UPS operates within an industry increasingly focused on climate commitments. The company is expected to align with broader sustainability trends, which may include setting future reduction targets and enhancing transparency in emissions reporting. As the logistics sector faces growing pressure to mitigate climate impact, UPS's ongoing efforts will be crucial in addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| Scope 1 | 4,631,000,000 |
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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.
