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InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG Hotels and Resorts), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the hotel and restaurant services 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 key operational regions such as Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, IHG is renowned for its commitment to guest satisfaction and innovative hospitality solutions. The company’s unique offerings, such as the IHG Rewards programme, enhance customer loyalty and experience. Recognised for its sustainability initiatives and industry leadership, IHG continues to set benchmarks in the hospitality sector, solidifying its position as a trusted choice for travellers worldwide.
60
DitchCarbon score
+34 vs industry average
Ihg Hotels And Resorts’s score of 60 is higher than 74% 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
Medium
Hospitality has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.257
20182025
The Hospitality industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Ihg Hotels And Resorts's reported carbon emissions
IHG Hotels & Resorts reported total emissions of approximately 6.72 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This included about 412.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2.21 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 4.10 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which notably included 3.51 billion kg CO2e from franchises and 598.1 million kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities.
The company is committed to significant climate action, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals. IHG aims to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions from fuel and energy-related activities and franchises by 46.2% by 2030, using a 2019 base year. This near-term target is classified as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C. IHG Hotels & Resorts has also articulated a long-term ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
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Ihg Hotels And Resorts’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
46.2% reduction in all scopes
Intercontinental Hotels Group commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2, and scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel and energy-related activities and f…
Behind target46.2%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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