Hilton’s Commitment to Sustainable Travel and Philanthropy
Hilton and its philanthropic arm, the Hilton Global Foundation, are making significant strides toward their shared mission of creating a more sustainable world for travelers. The recent release of the 2023 Hilton Travel with Purpose Report and the 2023 Hilton Global Foundation Impact Report highlights the company’s achievements in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives.
Travel with Purpose: Driving Responsible Travel
Hilton’s Travel with Purpose strategy outlines its ambitious 2030 goals for reducing energy, water, and waste, along with commitments to community engagement and governance. The company has already made notable progress, including reducing carbon emissions intensity and water usage, exceeding waste reduction targets, and creating numerous learning and career advancement opportunities.
Hilton’s 469,000 team members worldwide play a vital role in advancing responsible travel across the company’s operations, supply chain, and the communities it serves. Their efforts include volunteer work and financial aid to support team members in times of crisis.
Hilton Global Foundation: Empowering Communities and Protecting the Planet
The Hilton Global Foundation has played a pivotal role in supporting Hilton’s sustainability and philanthropy goals. In 2022, the foundation awarded over $4.4 million in grants to initiatives worldwide aimed at improving local environments, promoting economic empowerment, and bolstering community resilience.
The foundation has also supported disaster relief efforts, providing aid to communities affected by earthquakes in Turkey and wildfires in Maui, Hawaii. Additionally, through Action Grants nominated by Hilton staff, the foundation supports local philanthropic initiatives, including beach clean-ups, college readiness programs, and food waste reduction projects.
A Lasting Legacy of Impact
Since 2019, the Hilton Global Foundation has made a significant impact through its grants, food donations, meals served, materials recycled, and land restored. These efforts exemplify the company’s commitment to social and environmental stewardship, creating a positive legacy for future generations.
