Marriott's Emissions Goals Get SBTI Approval
Marriott International has achieved a milestone in reducing its environmental impact by receiving approval for its science-based emissions reduction targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
This makes Marriott the world's largest hospitality company with both near-term and long-term science-based climate goals.
Reduction Plans
The company has committed to a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) across its operations and supply chain. Here's a breakdown of their goals:
Short-term (by 2030):
- Cut absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by nearly half (46.2%) from 2019 levels.
- Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from various sources by 27.5% compared to 2019.
- Motivate 22% of suppliers to set their own science-based emissions targets by 2028.
Long-term (by 2050):
- Achieve net-zero emissions across the entire value chain, meaning a 90% reduction in absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions from the 2019 baseline.
Focus on Three Key Areas
Marriott's strategy to reach net-zero emissions hinges on three main areas:
- Energy Reduction: They will be actively working to decrease energy consumption across their vast network of hotels.
- Renewable Energy Sourcing: The company is committed to increasing its reliance on clean energy sources like solar and wind power.
- Lower-Carbon Products: Marriott will prioritise purchasing goods and services with a smaller carbon footprint for its properties.
Sustainability Efforts Beyond Emissions
Marriott's commitment to environmental responsibility extends beyond just carbon reduction. Their sustainability efforts encompass a wider range of initiatives, including:
- Designing hotels with resource efficiency in mind.
- Implementing technologies to track and minimise energy, water, and waste.
- Increasing the use of renewable energy sources.
- Implementing responsible and local sourcing practices.
- Supporting innovative projects focused on ecosystem restoration.
Marriott's sustainability platform, Serve 360, serves as a guiding force for these efforts. This platform aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and aims to create a positive impact on social, environmental, and economic issues within the communities Marriott operates in.
For more details on Marriott's sustainability initiatives, visit their website at Marriott.com/Serve360.
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Source: Marriott
