United Airlines scores 19/100 (Significant gaps) on SINK's independent climate assessment — scored from public data only, no company payment can change a number. Last verified May 2026.
That places United Airlines joint 665th of 691 companies scored, and 22nd of 23 in Airlines / Aviation.
United's emissions are rising in absolute terms while the company pursues intensity-only targets and minimal renewable energy adoption. Absolute emissions grew 5.76% year-over-year to 52.3Mt in 2024. The airline's climate lobbying actively opposes decarbonization policy, and SAF comprises just 0.3% of fuel despite greenwashing claims.
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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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Where United Airlines sits among airlines / aviation peers.
Among the 23 major airlines / aviation brands we've scored, United Airlines sits 22nd of 23.
Score history begins 8 February 2026.
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United Airlines is a major U.S. carrier operating extensive domestic and international networks. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Chicago, it is one of the world's largest airlines by revenue ($44.96B in 2022). The company operates thousands of daily flights consuming approximately 4 billion gallons of jet fuel annually.
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