Scandic Hotels, a leading name in the hotel and restaurant services industry, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across the Nordic region. Founded in 1963, Scandic has grown to become a prominent player, known for its commitment to sustainability and guest satisfaction.
The company offers a diverse range of accommodations, from modern hotels to conference facilities, catering to both leisure and business travellers. Scandic's unique approach includes a focus on local culture and environmentally friendly practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. With numerous awards for excellence in hospitality, Scandic Hotels continues to solidify its position as a trusted choice for quality lodging in Scandinavia and beyond.
+61 vs industry average
Scandic Hotels’s score of 86 is higher than 92% 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
Hospitality has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Hospitality industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Scandic Hotels's reported carbon emissions
**Scandic Hotels Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments** Scandic Hotels, headquartered in Sweden and operating in the hotel and restaurant services sector, has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its environmental impact through ambitious climate targets. In 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 195,899,000 kg CO2e in emissions. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions totalling around 3,532,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 19,126,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 173,241,000 kg CO2e. The largest contributor within Scope 3 is purchased goods and services, accounting for roughly 117,057,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, Scandic Hotels's total emissions were approximately 209,017,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 4,190,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 22,303,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 182,524,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 226,299,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of about 5,383,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) of approximately 31,770,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions around 189,146,000 kg CO2e. Scandic Hotels has established a clear roadmap for emissions reduction. A significant near-term commitment is to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2033, using 2023 as a base year. Additionally, the company aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, Scandic Hotels is targeting a reduction of 39.4% in absolute Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) emissions by 2033, relative to a 2023 baseline. This is further complemented by a long-term goal to reduce absolute FLAG Scope 3 emissions by 72% by 2050. Scandic also aims to reduce its non-FLAG Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 61.07% per SEK of value added by 2033, and by 97.0% per SEK of value added by 2050. Scandic's overarching long-term ambition is to be fossil-free, with a commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has also set a goal to eliminate deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of 2025. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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Scandic Hotels’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2033
55% reduction in all scopes
Scandic commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2033 compared with the base year 2023*. Scandic…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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