Hilton Sustainability Profile
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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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.
Industry Benchmark
Hilton's score of 68 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Hilton's reported carbon emissions
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 base year. Additionally, the company is working with franchisees to achieve a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions 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 its leadership in the hospitality sector towards a sustainable future. These targets are part of Hilton's broader strategy to mitigate climate impact and enhance operational efficiency across its global portfolio.
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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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hilton's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 89% since 2008, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 62% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Franchises" being the largest emissions source at 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hilton'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.
Hilton has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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