Accor SA, a leading global hospitality group headquartered in France, has established itself as a prominent player in the hotel and tourism industry since its founding in 1967. With a diverse portfolio of over 5,000 hotels across more than 110 countries, Accor operates in key regions including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. The company offers a wide range of services, from luxury accommodations to budget-friendly options, catering to various market segments through brands such as Sofitel, Novotel, and Ibis. Accor is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, consistently enhancing guest experiences with unique offerings. As a market leader, Accor has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its ALL – Accor Live Limitless loyalty programme, which further solidifies its position in the competitive hospitality landscape.
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In 2024, Accor SA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,001,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 612,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,811,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 4,578,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions by 2025, and a 46% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Accor is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 28% over the same timeframe. Accor's climate commitments include a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement. The company has also pledged to contribute to planetary carbon neutrality, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices within the hospitality sector. These targets are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Accor's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 186,455,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 892,678,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Accor SA's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 6% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 57% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 32% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Accor SA has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Common questions about Accor SA's sustainability data and climate commitments