Huazhu Hotels Group, also known as Huazhu, is a leading player in the hospitality industry, headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 2005, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint across major operational regions, including Asia and Europe, establishing itself as a prominent hotel management firm. Specialising in a diverse range of accommodations, Huazhu offers unique services through its various brands, catering to both business and leisure travellers. The company is renowned for its innovative technology and customer-centric approach, which enhance guest experiences and operational efficiency. With a strong market position, Huazhu has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO and a robust portfolio of over 6,000 hotels worldwide. Its commitment to quality and service excellence continues to set it apart in the competitive hospitality landscape.
How does Huazhu 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.
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Huazhu Hotels's score of 26 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Huazhu Hotels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 325,221,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 35,648,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 289,573,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a significant operational footprint, highlighting the importance of their climate commitments. The company has set ambitious targets for carbon neutrality, aiming to achieve this across Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030. This commitment aligns with broader industry trends towards sustainability and reflects a proactive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In previous years, Huazhu's emissions were recorded at approximately 256,399,080 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a growing awareness and response to climate change challenges. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data suggests a focus on direct operational impacts, although future reporting may expand to include these indirect emissions. Overall, Huazhu Hotels is positioned within a competitive landscape that increasingly prioritises environmental responsibility, and their ongoing efforts to reduce emissions will be crucial in meeting both regulatory expectations and consumer demand for sustainable practices.
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| 2020 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 26,624,610 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 230,066,300 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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.
Huazhu Hotels has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

