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Hilton
Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and MotelsUnited StatesNYSE: HLT
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Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., commonly known as Hilton, is a leading player in the global hospitality industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1919, Hilton has established itself as a premier provider of hotel and motel accommodations, with a strong presence in major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
The company offers a diverse portfolio of brands, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria, and DoubleTree, catering to various market segments. Hilton is renowned for its commitment to exceptional guest experiences, innovative loyalty programmes, and sustainable practices. With over a century of industry expertise, Hilton has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first hotel chains to introduce a central reservation system. Today, it stands as a market leader, consistently recognised for its quality service and hospitality excellence.
48
DitchCarbon score
+35 vs industry average
Hilton’s score of 48 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medium
Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.257
20182025
The Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Hilton's reported carbon emissions
Hilton reported approximately 2.508 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions for 2024. Their Scope 1 emissions were approximately 442.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 2.062 billion kg CO2e. For Scope 3, categories such as franchises contributed approximately 3.995 billion kg CO2e, business travel was about 26.6 million kg CO2e, and waste generated in operations was around 106.7 million kg CO2e.
Hilton is committed to an absolute reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using a 2019 base year. This target aligns with a 1.5°C warming scenario, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, Hilton aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from franchises by 27.5% within the same timeframe. The company also has a broader commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. From 2008 to 2030, Hilton targets a 61% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon intensity from its managed hotels.
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Hilton’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Hilton commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Hilton also commits to reduce absolute sc…
Behind target46.2%
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Hilton commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Hilton also commits to reduce absolute sc…
Behind target46.2%
2030
27.5% reduction in scope 3 total
Hilton commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Hilton also commits to reduce absolute sc…
Behind target27.5%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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