Airbnb
Airbnb, Inc., commonly known as Airbnb, is a leading player in the online hospitality industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2008, the platform revolutionised travel by allowing individuals to rent out their homes, apartments, and unique spaces to guests worldwide. With a presence in over 220 countries and regions, Airbnb has become synonymous with alternative accommodation, offering diverse options from urban flats to rural retreats. The company’s core services include short-term lodging, experiences, and long-term rentals, setting it apart with its emphasis on local experiences and community engagement. Notable achievements include its successful IPO in 2020 and a robust market position, making it a preferred choice for millions of travellers seeking authentic stays. Airbnb continues to innovate, enhancing user experience and expanding its offerings in the ever-evolving travel landscape.
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Airbnb's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Airbnb reported total carbon emissions of approximately 397,294,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,303,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6,060,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of their emissions, about 395,990,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from sources such as purchased goods and services (approximately 364,566,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 21,526,000 kg CO2e). Airbnb has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 78.4% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is part of their near-term science-based targets, which also include a commitment to source 100% renewable electricity by 2030. Additionally, Airbnb aims to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 55% per million USD of gross profit by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Airbnb's commitment to addressing climate change within the hospitality sector. The company’s emissions data and reduction targets are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures and commitments are independently reported by Airbnb, Inc.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 815,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,358,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 387,785,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Airbnb 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.
