Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., commonly known as Hilton, is a leading global hospitality company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1919, Hilton has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company operates in the hospitality industry, focusing on hotel management, franchising, and property ownership. Hilton's portfolio includes renowned brands such as Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, and Hilton Hotels & Resorts, each offering unique experiences tailored to diverse traveller needs. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Hilton has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the first hotel chains to introduce a loyalty programme. Today, Hilton stands as a market leader, recognised for its exceptional service and extensive global footprint, making it a preferred choice for both leisure and business travellers.
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Hilton's score of 68 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Hilton's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 6,772,953,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 442,406,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,061,608,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 4,002,841,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from franchises (3,994,654,000 kg CO2e), business travel (26,617,000 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (106,677,000 kg CO2e). Hilton has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from franchises within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Hilton is committed to reducing carbon intensity from managed hotels by 61% by 2030, aligning with science-based targets. The company has also pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability and climate action. These targets are part of Hilton's broader strategy to lead the hospitality industry towards a net-zero future, reflecting its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2008 | 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 437,087,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,792,500,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,180,912,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Hilton 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.
