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Busch Gardens Williamsburg Sustainability Profile

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Busch Gardens Williamsburg, a premier theme park operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, is located in Williamsburg, Virginia, and serves as a key attraction in the US. Founded in 1975, this renowned park is celebrated for its unique blend of thrilling rides, immersive animal encounters, and captivating cultural experiences inspired by European themes. The park features a diverse array of attractions, including roller coasters, live entertainment, and seasonal events, making it a favourite destination for families and thrill-seekers alike. Busch Gardens Williamsburg is distinguished by its commitment to conservation and education, offering guests a chance to engage with wildlife while enjoying world-class entertainment. With numerous accolades and a strong market position, Busch Gardens continues to be a leader in the theme park industry, drawing millions of visitors each year.

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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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Busch Gardens Williamsburg's score of 25 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Busch Gardens Williamsburg's reported carbon emissions

Busch Gardens Williamsburg, located in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The park is a current subsidiary of United Parks & Resorts Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, Busch Gardens Williamsburg has not established any documented reduction targets or initiatives related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This lack of specific data and targets suggests that the park is still in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. In the broader context of the industry, many theme parks are increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing their carbon footprints. Busch Gardens Williamsburg may benefit from aligning with these industry trends and leveraging the resources and initiatives of its parent company to enhance its climate commitments in the future.

How Carbon Intensive is Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Location?

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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 Busch Gardens Williamsburg is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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