Host Hotels And Resorts
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the hospitality industry, specialising in the ownership and operation of high-quality hotels. Founded in 1993, the company has established a significant presence across major operational regions, including urban and resort destinations throughout North America and internationally.
With a diverse portfolio of luxury and upscale hotels, Host Hotels & Resorts focuses on providing exceptional guest experiences through its partnerships with renowned brands such as Marriott, Hyatt, and Hilton. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. As one of the largest lodging real estate investment trusts (REITs) in the world, Host Hotels & Resorts continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the hospitality sector.
+2 vs industry average
Host Hotels And Resorts’s score of 30 is higher than 57% 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
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Host Hotels And Resorts's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Host Hotels and Resorts reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 256,449,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of 84,826,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 171,622,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of 12,341,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions per square foot by 55% from a 2008 baseline by 2025. As of the end of 2023, Host Hotels has achieved a 50.26% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity compared to the 2008 baseline. Looking ahead, Host Hotels is committed to achieving net zero operational emissions by 2040, with a near-term target of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 54% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's dedication to sustainability and climate action. The company is focusing on renewable energy and energy efficiency investments to meet these targets.
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Host Hotels And Resorts’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2025
50.26% reduction in all scopes
Our 2025 emissions reduction target – Host's fourth generation target – uses the absolute contraction approach at the 1.5-degree level of am…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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