InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG Hotels and Resorts), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the global hospitality industry. Founded in 2003, IHG has grown to encompass a diverse portfolio of brands, including InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, and Holiday Inn, catering to various market segments from luxury to budget accommodations. With a presence in over 100 countries, IHG focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences through innovative services and sustainable practices. The company is renowned for its loyalty programme, IHG Rewards, which enhances customer engagement and retention. Notable achievements include being consistently ranked among the top hotel companies worldwide, reflecting its strong market position and commitment to quality.
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In 2024, IHG Hotels and Resorts reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,543,207,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1 (359,349,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (2,187,060,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (2,823,595,000 kg CO2e). In China, the total emissions were about 1,974,831,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 202,320,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,015,169,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 671,505,000 kg CO2e. IHG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target encompasses Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as significant Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities and franchises. The Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated these targets, ensuring they align with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, IHG is working towards achieving net-zero emissions for existing hotels by 2050, with a framework prioritising interventions throughout the hotel lifecycle. The company is also collaborating with hotel owners to ensure that all new-build hotels operate at very low or zero carbon by 2030. Overall, IHG's commitment to sustainability reflects a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change within the hospitality industry.
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2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,200,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 |
Scope 3 | 3,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Ihg Hotels And Resorts is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.