Net Zero
Our industry has an urgent responsibility to reduce its carbon emissions. At Lamington Group, we are leading hospitality towards a net zero future.
Our Focus
To address the climate emergency we’ve made three key net-zero commitments that guide our design and operations:
Goal 1: Develop and Operate Whole Life Net Zero Carbon Hotels
The climate impact from our buildings should be zero – from construction and operation to their eventual end-of-life. Our ambition is to design and operate only whole life net zero hotels, minimising embodied carbon at every stage and reducing emissions wherever possible.
Goal 2: Achieve Net Zero Carbon for Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
We are reducing our Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030 against our 2019 baseline, in line with the science based targets for limiting global warming to 1.5.c above pre-industrial levels. Any unavoidable carbon emissions are offset through verified carbon offset projects.
Goal 3: Track & Minimise our Scope 3 Emissions
Scope 3 emissions are the indirect greenhouse gas emissions generated across our value chain. We work closely with employees and suppliers and engage with guests and tenants to manage and reduce their emissions. By continuously improving how we track Scope 3 emissions, we are able to identify opportunities for reduction.
Our room2 hometels use 61% less carbon per night than the average UK hotel.
Carbon Neutral Stays
Guests can enjoy a carbon neutral stay at each of our room2 locations. We transparently report on our average nightly emissions.
room2 Southampton
room2 Hammersmith
room2 Chiswick
room2 Belfast
Energy Reduction
We are reducing grid-system energy consumption across our portfolio. Here’s how we’re achieving this:
Smart Energy Management
Occupancy-enabled lighting, heating, and cooling systems prevent waste, all lighting is LED, and appliances are selected for high energy efficiency.
Renewable Energy Integration
Many of our rooftops are home to solar panels including room2 Chiswick, Belfast, and Southampton – reducing reliance on the grid. All purchased electricity is 100% renewable.
Advanced Heat Pump Technology
Ground source heat pumps at room2 Chiswick provide 100% of heating, cooling, and hot water, cutting energy use by 37%, while air source heat pumps at room2 Belfast and Lamington Apartments reduce heating and cooling energy demands.
Carbon Offsets
Our primary goal is to reduce emissions as much as possible. When unavoidable emissions occur, we invest in verified, nature-based carbon offsets.
Between 2021 and 2023, we’ve invested in high-quality carbon offset projects that restore land, enhance biodiversity and sequester carbon. Projects have included reforestation, afforestation and sustainable farming in Dingxi, China, Nicaragua and Ghana, contributing to the total sequestering of 174.6 million tonnes of CO2.
Our offsetting strategy follows a strict internal checklist to ensure projects are permanent, additional, and impactful, and rigorous tracks emissions and environmental benefits.
Read our Latest GHG ReportNet Zero Building Specifications
For new and refurbished developments, our room2 Net Zero Building Specification guides decision making during development and construction. Our approach aligns with the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standards, ensuring we meet the highest industry standards.
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Voluntary Reporting
We have published our carbon net zero roadmap and annually report on our greenhouse gas emissions.
Read our reports here
