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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.

28

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 28 is higher than 92% 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 8,449,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 21,677,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, resulting in a combined total of around 13,227,000 kg CO2e when using a market-based approach. This reflects a significant increase from 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were about 6,704,860 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 9,644,430 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 16,349,290 kg CO2e. Choice Hotels has committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. This long-term target was established in 2023 and demonstrates the company's dedication to addressing climate change. While no specific near-term targets have been set, the company is actively working towards its long-term goals. Overall, Choice Hotels is focused on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability within the hospitality sector, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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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 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. This request for Choice Hotels is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Choice Hotels 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.

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

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