Ihg Hotels And Resorts
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG Hotels and Resorts), headquartered in Great Britain, 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 presence in over 100 countries, IHG focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences through innovative services and sustainable practices. The company is renowned for its loyalty programme, IHG Rewards, which enhances customer engagement and retention. Notable achievements include being consistently ranked among the top hotel companies worldwide, reflecting its strong market position and commitment to quality.
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Ihg Hotels And Resorts's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, IHG Hotels and Resorts reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,543,207,000 kg CO2e globally, with 176,989,000 kg CO2e attributed to its operations in Great Britain. The emissions breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of 359,349,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,187,060,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions of about 3,414,617,006 kg CO2e from franchises. IHG has set ambitious climate commitments, targeting a 46% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target encompasses Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as Scope 3 emissions related to fuel and energy-related activities and franchised hotels. The Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated these targets, ensuring they align with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In addition to its near-term goals, IHG aims for net-zero emissions by 2050, with a framework prioritising interventions throughout the hotel lifecycle to achieve this objective. The company is actively working towards these targets, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices in the hospitality sector.
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| 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000.0 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000.0 | 0,000,000,000.0 |
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