Travelodge Sustainability Profile
Travelodge Hotels Limited, commonly known as Travelodge, is a prominent player in the UK hospitality industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, the company has grown to become one of the largest budget hotel chains in the UK, with a significant presence across England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in affordable accommodation, Travelodge offers a range of services including comfortable rooms, family-friendly options, and business facilities, catering to both leisure and corporate travellers. The brand is recognised for its commitment to value, providing quality stays at competitive prices. With over 590 hotels and a market position that consistently ranks among the top budget hotel providers, Travelodge has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its innovative "SuperRoom" concept, enhancing guest experience through modern amenities.
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Travelodge's score of 43 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Travelodge's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Travelodge reported total carbon emissions of approximately 119,975,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 18,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 28,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 74,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute electricity consumption by 26% and total energy consumption by 18% by the end of 2024, using a 2017 baseline. For the UK specifically, Travelodge's emissions in 2023 totalled approximately 44,685,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 16,054,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 27,887,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 744,000 kg CO2e. Travelodge's commitment to sustainability is evident through its reduction initiatives, aiming for significant energy consumption cuts by 2024. The emissions data is cascaded from Travelodge Hotels Limited, reflecting the company's corporate family relationship.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,109,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,024,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 208,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Travelodge's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Travelodge's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 62% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 47% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Travelodge'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.
Travelodge 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.
