Sustainable
Products & Materials
Management
We're working hard to offers sustainable products for all of our flights. That includes serving sustainable products onboard, as well as implementing recycling practices. Check out some examples below.
Recycling
After collecting used aluminum, plastic, and paper on our flights, the waste is given to our catering kitchens, then to a material recovery facility. We also work with airports to encourage implementing recycling practices. Our ground operations recycle wood pallets, cardboard, plastic film, batteries, tires, and construction materials.
Upcycled Travel Bags
Our new partnership with Columbia College Chicago and Re:new has allowed us to upcycle in new and innovative ways. We were able to turn our old banner advertisements into travel bags. These bags are durable, fun, fashionable, and most importantly, eco-friendly. Proceeds from the sales of these bags will benefit environmental projects.
Illy Coffee
United's coffee partner, Illy, has dedicated copios time and resources to making the best tasteing coffee in the sky. But did you know that they were the first company to earn a Responsible Supply Chain Process certificaiton? Illy's farmers earn 30% more than the market prices for following eco-friendly and sustainable practices. Illy coffee knows - it pays to be eco-friendly!
Sunday Riley
Products from United's skincare partner, Sunday Riley, can be found in our premium cabin amenity kits, in lounges, and in United Airlines Clubs. Sunday Riley has been an investor and pioneer in green technology. Our partnered products are made with travelers in mind, offering extra moisture for in-flight dryness. Additionally, products are not tested on animals.
