Ihg Hotels And Resorts
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG Hotels and Resorts), headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the global hospitality industry. Founded in 2003, IHG has grown to encompass a diverse portfolio of brands, including InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, and Holiday Inn, catering to various market segments from luxury to budget accommodations. With a strong presence in major operational regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia, IHG is renowned for its commitment to guest satisfaction and innovative service offerings. The company’s loyalty programme, IHG Rewards, sets it apart by providing unique benefits to frequent travellers. Recognised for its sustainability initiatives and industry-leading practices, IHG continues to solidify its market position as a trusted name in hospitality, consistently achieving notable accolades and awards.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ihg Hotels And Resorts'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.
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
Ihg Hotels And Resorts's score of 32 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ihg Hotels And Resorts's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, IHG Hotels and Resorts reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,369,280,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 486,094,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,176,340,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions, which encompass various indirect emissions, including business travel and fuel-related activities. Over the years, IHG has made significant strides in managing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2019, the total emissions were about 6,495,038,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in subsequent years. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for all new build hotels to operate at very low or zero carbon emissions by 2030. This long-term target reflects IHG's commitment to sustainability across all scopes of emissions. The hotel chain's emissions data also highlights a trend towards improved efficiency, with emissions per occupied room night reported at 29.8 kg CO2e in 2023. IHG's ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint align with industry standards and demonstrate a proactive approach to climate change mitigation.
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Add to project| 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,200,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 | 3,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ihg Hotels And Resorts is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
