Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE: HLT) announced environmental goals for its worldwide businesses, including 20% reductions in energy consumption, carbon dioxide emissions and waste by 2014.
The company also set a 2014 goal of reducing water consumption by 10%.
As a global business serving more than a quarter billion guests a year in more than 3000 hotels across 74 countries, the Hilton family of Hotels are well-positioned to make a difference environmentally, socially, culturally and economically.
"Population growth and global industrialization are accelerating the depletion of our natural resources. Around the world, demand for energy continues to grow and fresh water scarcity is becoming a global reality. How we respond to these challenges will determine the sustainability of our future lifestyles, the sustainability of our communities as we know them, and ultimately the sustainability of our planet," Christopher J. Nassetta, President & CEO, said.
In addition to the stated measurable short-term targets, the company also has committed to focus on several high-impact areas that offer significant long-term benefits. Sustainable buildings and operations, including the advancement of sustainable design and construction, operations, chemical management and purchasing will be one key area.
Though it gave no specifics, the company also said it is committed to the advancement of renewable energy as a source of power for its operations, not only to reduce its carbon footprint but to develop a viable commercial infrastructure for powering hotels and corporate offices.
"We must operate our business in ways that provide for our current needs while allowing future generations to meet their own needs. This is the essence of sustainability and the path we must follow. Not only is it the right thing to do as responsible global citizens, it’s the right thing to do for our business," said Nassetta.
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