United Airlines reports comprehensive Scope 1 and 2 emissions data but absolute emissions rose 5.76% in 2024. SAF comprises just 0.3% of fuel use, intensity targets mask rising absolute impact, and the company actively lobbies against climate policy through A4A and the US Chamber while excluding voluntary offsets from net-zero claims that lack SBTi validation.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Transparency & Accountability (7/10, 6/10). Weakest on Energy Source and Emissions Trajectory (1/10, 1/10).
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Among the 18 major aerospace brands we've scored, United Airlines sits 17th of 18.
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United Airlines Holdings is one of the largest US-based carriers, operating domestic and international flights. Founded in 1976, it operates a massive fleet burning approximately 4 billion gallons of jet fuel annually. As a major aerospace emitter, United ranks among the top 20 global corporate carbon producers by absolute emissions.
Peer US carrier with similar absolute emissions trajectory and lobbying conflicts.
View breakdown →Comparable scale airline operator with intensity targets masking absolute growth.
View breakdown →High-volume carrier with minimal SAF adoption and net-negative climate policy positioning.
View breakdown →Major global airline with SBTi validation but facing similar absolute emissions growth.
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