Radisson Hotel Group has taken a significant step towards its commitment to becoming Net Zero by 2050, with the launch of its first two Verified Net Zero hotels. The Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre and the Radisson RED Oslo City Centre have successfully met the 2040 requirements of the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels, focusing on eliminating carbon emissions from energy, operations, and supply chains.
Net Zero actions and sustainable operations
Both hotels have implemented comprehensive sustainability measures to reduce their carbon footprint across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, as defined by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. These efforts include the use of 100% renewable energy sourced from local grids and the electrification of hotel functions such as heating, cooling, and cooking. The Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, for example, has installed heat pumps and fully electrified its kitchen, eliminating gas usage. The Radisson RED Oslo City Centre, on the other hand, benefits from renewable electricity and district heating powered by waste treatment and data centers in Oslo.
In line with Radisson Hotel Group’s sustainability goals, the hotels have also adopted waste-reducing measures, including food waste management systems and the use of bulk bathroom amenities to reduce plastic waste. Furthermore, both properties focus on reducing the carbon impact of their food offerings by implementing low-carbon menus, with clear labels informing guests about the carbon footprint of dishes.
Design, amenities, and guest experience
Both hotels combine eco-conscious practices with a strong emphasis on comfort and guest experience. The Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre features a modern, Scandinavian-inspired design with 252 rooms, an outdoor terrace, a spa, and state-of-the-art event facilities. Located near key attractions like the AO Arena and Manchester Victoria station, the hotel caters to both leisure and business travelers.
Meanwhile, the Radisson RED Oslo City Centre combines contemporary design with a focus on sustainability. The hotel offers guests a modern and stylish atmosphere, while still prioritizing energy-efficient and waste-reducing operations.
“With the opening of our first two Verified Net Zero hotels, Radisson Hotel Group demonstrates its commitment to Net Zero 2050, and to showcasing truly sustainable hospitality. For the first time, we focus on reducing emissions from energy, operations and the supply chain. As we face the evolving challenge of climate change, Radisson Hotel Group is taking an essential step in reshaping the future of hospitality, one Verified Net Zero hotel at a time.” – Inge Huijbrechts, Chief Sustainability & Security Officer at Radisson Hotel Group
Other notable examples is also Radisson Hotel Group’s midscale design-focused lifestyle brand Prizeotel, that in 2023 launched prizePromise, a sustainability commitment that provides a holistic approach to sustainability, when this has to be applied on the hotels.
The launch of these two hotels signals Radisson Hotel Group’s ongoing commitment to sustainable hospitality and sets the stage for further advancements as the company works toward its long-term environmental goals.
