Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc., a prominent player in the hospitality real estate investment sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2004, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions across the country, focusing on the acquisition and asset management of premium hotels. Specialising in upscale and luxury properties, Sunstone distinguishes itself through its strategic partnerships with leading hotel brands, ensuring high-quality service and guest experiences. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a diverse portfolio that reflects its commitment to excellence in the hospitality industry. With a robust market position, Sunstone Hotel Investors continues to be recognised for its innovative approach to hotel investment, making it a key contributor to the evolving landscape of the hospitality sector.
How does Sunstone Hotel Investors'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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Sunstone Hotel Investors's score of 31 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Sunstone Hotel Investors reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,698,000 kg CO2e, comprising 11,180,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 27,943,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 42,554,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 13,244,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 29,394,000 kg CO2e. Sunstone has set ambitious long-term greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, aiming to reduce emissions per square foot by 45% from a 2023 baseline by the year 2035. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action. The company does not currently report Scope 3 emissions, which often encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and other activities. Sunstone's emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organization. Overall, Sunstone Hotel Investors is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,392,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 52,656,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Sunstone Hotel Investors has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

