Scandic Hotels, a leading player in the Nordic hospitality industry, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across Scandinavia and the Baltic region. Founded in 1963, the company has grown to become one of the largest hotel chains in the Nordic countries, known for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric services. Scandic Hotels offers a diverse range of accommodations, from budget-friendly options to upscale stays, catering to both leisure and business travellers. Their unique focus on environmentally friendly practices and local experiences sets them apart in a competitive market. With over 280 hotels, Scandic has established a strong market position, consistently recognised for its innovative approach and dedication to guest satisfaction.
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In 2024, Scandic Hotels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,000,100 kg CO2e, comprising 3,591,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 22,282,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,122,900 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase in emissions from 2023, where total emissions were about 31,768,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,538,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 31,768,600 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 453,400 kg CO2e. Scandic Hotels has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its carbon emissions by 50% per square metre by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term sustainability strategy. The hotel chain's emissions data is sourced from Scandic Hotels Group AB (publ), ensuring transparency and accountability in its climate reporting. Scandic's initiatives reflect a growing trend in the hospitality industry towards sustainable practices and carbon footprint reduction.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,717,800 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 31,406,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scandic Hotels's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 148% last year and increased by approximately 189% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 4% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Scandic Hotels has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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