UPS reports comprehensive emissions data with third-party assurance but relies on intensity targets rather than absolute reductions—emissions per package have actually increased. The company has systematically opposed climate policy through ALEC and the US Chamber of Commerce, while investing only one-third of capex in sustainability. Nature, water, and circular economy gaps are complete.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain (7/10, 6/10). Weakest on Nature & Biodiversity Impact and Targets & Commitments (1/10, 2/10).
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Among the 14 major shipping / logistics brands we've scored, United Parcel Service, Inc. sits 11th of 14.
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United Parcel Service is a global logistics and parcel delivery company headquartered in Atlanta, operating one of the world's largest delivery networks. UPS handles billions of packages annually across ground, air, and international shipping, making it a major player in the logistics sector with significant operational emissions and packaging footprint.
Peer logistics operator with similar scale, emissions intensity challenges, and policy obstruction patterns.
View breakdown →Global parcel and logistics competitor; useful baseline for renewable energy adoption and supply chain accountability.
View breakdown →Major logistics customer and rival with similarly weak absolute reduction targets; intensity-focused greenwashing comparison.
View breakdown →Transport sector peer known for aggressive climate policy opposition and intensity-only targets masking rising emissions.
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