Marriott Sustainability Profile
Marriott International, Inc., a leading name in the hospitality industry, is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. Founded in 1927, the company has grown to become a global powerhouse, operating over 7,000 properties across 131 countries and territories. Marriott's diverse portfolio includes well-known brands such as Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, and Ritz-Carlton, catering to various market segments from luxury to budget accommodations. The company is renowned for its commitment to exceptional customer service and innovative loyalty programmes, such as Marriott Bonvoy, which enhance guest experiences. With a strong market position, Marriott consistently ranks among the top hotel chains worldwide, recognised for its sustainability initiatives and community engagement. As a pioneer in the hospitality sector, Marriott continues to set industry standards while adapting to evolving travel trends.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Marriott's score of 65 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Marriott's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Marriott International, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15.6 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes 1.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5.1 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 9.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, and to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. Marriott's near-term targets also include a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, waste generated in operations, employee commuting, and franchises. Additionally, the company aims for 22% of its suppliers to have science-based targets by 2028. Long-term, Marriott has committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Marriott's commitment to sustainability and climate action within the hospitality industry.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,245,733,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,303,856,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,784,617,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Marriott's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Marriott's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 93% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 59% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 42% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Marriott's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Marriott 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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