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Choice Hotels

Choice Hotels International, Inc., a prominent player in the hospitality industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1939, the company has grown to become one of the largest hotel franchisors globally, with a diverse portfolio of brands catering to various market segments. Its major operational regions include North America, Europe, and Asia, offering a wide range of accommodations from budget-friendly options to upscale hotels. Choice Hotels is renowned for its core services, which include hotel franchising and management, with a unique emphasis on customer loyalty through its Choice Privileges programme. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its brand portfolio and a strong market presence, making it a trusted choice for travellers seeking quality and value. With a commitment to innovation and guest satisfaction, Choice Hotels continues to solidify its position as a leader in the hospitality sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Choice Hotels'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.

31

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Choice Hotels's score of 31 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Choice Hotels's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Choice Hotels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,677,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 8,449,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 21,677,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 16,349,290 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 6,704,860 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 9,644,430 kg CO2e). Choice Hotels has committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. This long-term target reflects the company's dedication to sustainability within the hospitality sector. As of now, they have not set specific near-term reduction targets but are actively working towards their long-term climate commitments. The company operates in the Hotels, Restaurants, and Leisure sector, and its emissions data highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the industry in reducing carbon footprints while maintaining operational growth.

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Scope 1
6,704,860
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Scope 2
9,644,430
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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. Choice Hotels's primary industry is Hotel and restaurant services (55), 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. Choice Hotels is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Choice Hotels is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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