Some 4,738 hospitality venues begin net zero journey

UKH’s carbon calculator, in partnership with Sky Zero and Zero Carbon Forum, has seen 375 companies operating across 4,738 sites have begun their journey to net zero.

The figures, which were unveiled at the trade body’s annual sustainability seminar, showcased the success of the carbon calculator and the partnership between UKH, Zero Carbon Forum and Sky Zero. 

UKH’s sustainability seminar saw the publication of an update to its sustainability commitment, which was launched last year. The update highlighted important work, including working with the government to improve upcoming regulation to best work for the sector and embedding sustainability in new hospitality training programmes.

The event also featured hospitality “trail blazers”, who are leading the way in their sustainability efforts, exploring collaborative work throughout the supply chain and discussing what the future has in store for the sector. 

It also featured a pioneering zero carbon lunch, provided by sponsors Brakes.

Kate Nicholls, chief executive of UKH, said: “Understanding your carbon footprint is the first step for any business to begin to reduce their emissions and I’m delighted our carbon calculator has helped so many operators do just that.

“Working with expert partners like the Zero Carbon Forum and Sky Zero only enhances our offering to hospitality businesses and I’d like to thank them for their continued support.”

She added: “Hospitality’s net zero ambitions can bring huge opportunities for the sector, as well as challenges to be navigated, and huge progress has been made already. I’m pleased that we’ve been able to set all that out in one broad update and that work will remain one of our key priorities in the years ahead.”