Whitbread Court
Whitbread Court, the headquarters of Whitbread PLC, is located in the United Kingdom and serves as a pivotal hub for one of the UK's leading hospitality companies. Founded in 1742, Whitbread has evolved significantly, establishing itself primarily in the hotel and restaurant sectors. The company operates notable brands such as Premier Inn, the UK's largest hotel chain, and Beefeater, a popular restaurant brand. With a commitment to quality and affordability, Whitbread offers a unique blend of comfortable accommodation and diverse dining options, catering to both leisure and business travellers. The company has achieved significant market presence, consistently ranking among the top players in the hospitality industry. Whitbread's focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction further solidifies its reputation as a trusted name in the sector.
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Whitbread Court's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Whitbread Court reported total carbon emissions of approximately 471,649,000 kg CO2e globally, with 56,769,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,938,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 407,242,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, their emissions were about 56,792,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,758,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), contributing to a total of approximately 58,550,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Whitbread has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 84.1% per square metre by FY2030 from a FY2016 base year, and to cut Scope 3 emissions by 58.1% per square metre by FY2030 from a FY2018 base year. Long-term goals include a 99.6% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2040 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Whitbread's commitment to sustainable practices within the hospitality sector.
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| 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 66,426,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 48,314,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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