Marriott's Emissions Goals Get SBTI Approval
Marriott International, Inc.
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
