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RIU Hotels & Resorts

RIU Hotels & Resorts, a prominent player in the hospitality industry, is headquartered in Spain and operates over 100 hotels across key regions including Europe, the Caribbean, and Africa. Founded in 1953, RIU has established itself as a leader in all-inclusive resorts, offering exceptional service and a diverse range of amenities tailored to families, couples, and solo travellers alike. The company is renowned for its unique blend of comfort and luxury, providing guests with a memorable experience through its extensive dining options, entertainment programmes, and stunning beachfront locations. RIU's commitment to quality has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the global hotel market. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, RIU Hotels & Resorts continues to set the standard for excellence in the hospitality sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does RIU Hotels & 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.

23

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

RIU Hotels & Resorts's score of 23 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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RIU Hotels & Resorts's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, RIU Hotels & Resorts reported total carbon emissions of approximately 133,196,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 22,892,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 110,304,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from 2019, where emissions were approximately 145,177,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 44,294,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 246,233,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data indicates a potential area for future reporting and improvement. RIU's ongoing efforts to manage and reduce its carbon footprint reflect a growing commitment to sustainability within the hospitality industry.

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46,620,000
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Scope 2
244,797,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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

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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. This request for RIU Hotels & Resorts is in ES, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

RIU Hotels & Resorts is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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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