IHG's absolute emissions have risen 7.7% since 2019 despite intensity improvements, putting it severely off track for its SBTi-validated 2030 target. The company admits this publicly and has announced a target review. Scope 3 coverage is incomplete, renewable energy adoption is minimal across 6,700 hotels, and nature commitments lack quantified outcomes.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Transparency & Accountability (7/10, 7/10). Weakest on Emissions Trajectory and Targets & Commitments (1/10, 3/10).
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Among the 9 major hospitality / hotels brands we've scored, InterContinental Hotels Group sits 8th of 9.
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InterContinental Hotels Group operates approximately 6,700 hotels globally under brands including InterContinental, Holiday Inn, and Crowne Plaza. Founded in 2003 following merger activity, IHG is headquartered in Denham, UK, and employs around 12,900. As an asset-light franchisor, most properties are franchised or managed, limiting direct operational control.
Peer hospitality operator; similar franchise model and scale with comparable carbon reporting challenges.
View breakdown →Direct competitor in European and global hotel management; alternative transition trajectory to benchmark.
View breakdown →Smaller hospitality peer; useful comparison for franchise-based sustainability reporting maturity.
View breakdown →Alternative accommodation model; different operational footprint and carbon accountability structure.
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