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Booking Holdings

Booking Holdings Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a global leader in the online travel and related services industry. Founded in 1997, the company has evolved significantly, with key milestones including the acquisition of renowned brands such as Booking.com, Priceline, and Kayak. Operating primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia, Booking Holdings offers a diverse range of services, including hotel reservations, car rentals, and travel packages. Its core products stand out for their user-friendly interfaces and extensive inventory, catering to millions of travellers worldwide. With a strong market position, Booking Holdings consistently ranks among the top players in the online travel sector, recognised for its innovative technology and commitment to customer satisfaction. The company continues to shape the future of travel, making it a pivotal force in the industry.

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How does Booking Holdings's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

53

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Booking Holdings's score of 53 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Booking Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Booking Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 276,308,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,785,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 162,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 272,361,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. For near-term targets, Booking Holdings has committed to a 95% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions—covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, business travel, and employee commuting—by 50% within the same timeframe. Long-term, the company plans to maintain at least a 95% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2040 and achieve a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, positioning Booking Holdings as a leader in sustainability within the hospitality and tourism sector.

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Scope 1
3,372,000
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Scope 2
47,963,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Booking Holdings's primary industry is Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agency services (63), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Booking Holdings is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Booking Holdings is committed to some reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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