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Ihg Hotels And Resorts

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG Hotels and Resorts), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the global hospitality industry. Founded in 2003, IHG has grown to encompass a diverse portfolio of brands, including InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, and Holiday Inn, catering to various market segments from luxury to budget accommodations. With a presence in over 100 countries, IHG focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences through innovative services and sustainable practices. The company is renowned for its loyalty programme, IHG Rewards, which enhances customer engagement and retention. Notable achievements include being consistently ranked among the top hotel companies worldwide, reflecting its strong market position and commitment to quality.

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79

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Hospitality industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

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Ihg Hotels And Resorts's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, IHG Hotels and Resorts reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,180,004,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 373,652,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,014,601,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 2,688,267,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses emissions from franchises and fuel and energy-related activities. IHG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target covers Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as significant Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities and franchised hotels. The commitment has been validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with global climate goals. Additionally, IHG is working towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a framework prioritising interventions throughout the hotel lifecycle to facilitate this transition. The company’s ongoing efforts reflect a strong commitment to sustainability within the hospitality sector, addressing both operational and franchise-related emissions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ihg Hotels And Resorts's primary industry is Hotel and restaurant services (55), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Ihg Hotels And Resorts is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ihg Hotels And Resorts is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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