Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, LLC, a prominent player in the hospitality industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1960, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Starwood is renowned for its diverse portfolio of luxury and upscale hotel brands, such as Sheraton, Westin, and St. Regis, each offering unique experiences tailored to discerning travellers. With a commitment to exceptional service and innovative amenities, Starwood has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with Marriott International in 2016, which solidified its position as a leader in the global hotel market. The company’s focus on sustainability and guest satisfaction has garnered numerous accolades, making it a preferred choice for both leisure and business travellers worldwide.
How does Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, LLC'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.
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In 2017, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, LLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,220,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,751,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 4,040,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 2 emissions were primarily attributed to purchased electricity, with a significant portion being location-based. In 2016, the company’s emissions were recorded at about 10,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,624,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,267,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2016 to 2017. Despite these figures, Starwood has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or science-based targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not have formalised commitments to reduce them in line with industry standards. Overall, Starwood's emissions data reflects a significant environmental impact, and the lack of clear reduction strategies highlights an area for potential improvement in their sustainability efforts.
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2016 | 2017 | |
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Scope 1 | 6,624,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,378,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,291,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, LLC 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.