Scandic Hotels
Scandic Hotels, a leading player in the Nordic hospitality industry, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across Scandinavia and the Baltic region. Founded in 1963, the company has grown to become one of the largest hotel chains in the Nordic countries, known for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric services. Scandic Hotels offers a diverse range of accommodations, from budget-friendly options to upscale stays, catering to both leisure and business travellers. Their unique focus on environmentally friendly practices and local experiences sets them apart in a competitive market. With over 280 hotels, Scandic has established a strong market position, consistently recognised for its innovative approach and dedication to guest satisfaction.
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Scandic Hotels's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Scandic Hotels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,911,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 22,282,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2, alongside 1,122,900 kg CO2e from Scope 3 related to business travel. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to 2023, where emissions were about 25,388,800 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 31,768,600 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 453,400 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Scandic Hotels has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% per square metre by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is part of a broader strategy to achieve fossil-free operations. The company is also committed to long-term net-zero emissions by 2050, as indicated by its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The hotel chain's emissions data is sourced from Scandic Hotels Group AB (publ), and the company has consistently disclosed its emissions across all relevant scopes. The focus on reducing emissions intensity reflects a proactive approach to sustainability within the hospitality sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,711,400 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,100,800 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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