United Airlines Holdings Inc

Common Name
United Airlines Holdings
Country
United States
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Airlines
Employees
111,300
Ticker
UAL
Exchange
NASDAQ/NGS
Description
United Airlines Holdings Inc. is a major airline company that operates an extensive flight network across the globe. It serves both the passenger and cargo segments, providing essential transportation...

United Airlines Holdings Waste Data Preview

In 2023, United Airlines Holdings conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards. The company provided a breakdown of its waste by treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into United Airlines Holdings's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, United Airlines Holdings generated a total of 59,025 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 15.6% of United Airlines Holdings's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 84.4% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

United Airlines Holdings's Waste Recovery Rate

16%

How much of United Airlines Holdings's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, United Airlines Holdings reported a total waste generation of 59,025 metric tonnes, of which 15.6% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that United Airlines Holdings may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.

Has United Airlines Holdings reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2019, United Airlines Holdings's total waste generation increased by 9.65%, including a 134.45% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.

Over the same period, United Airlines Holdings's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but declined by 35.73% in 2023, potentially pointing to emerging inefficiencies or short-term disruptions in recovery efforts.

Overall, United Airlines Holdings’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.

United Airlines Holdings’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered
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