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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.

37

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Ihg Hotels And Resorts's score of 37 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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 emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 486,094,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 2,176,340,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reached around 3,150,412,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, IHG has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. The company has set a long-term target to ensure that 100% of new build hotels operate at very low or zero carbon emissions by 2030. This commitment reflects IHG's dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. Historically, IHG's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 6,495,038,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 5,734,538,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has disclosed emissions across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. As part of its climate commitments, IHG continues to focus on reducing emissions across its operations, aiming for a more sustainable future in the hospitality industry.

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3,300,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ihg Hotels And Resorts's primary industry is Hotel and restaurant services (55), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Ihg Hotels And Resorts is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Ihg Hotels And Resorts is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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