Johnson Controls joins World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to revolutionise energy-positive hotels

Known globally for its leadership in smart, healthy, and sustainable building solutions, Johnson Controls joins a leading group of over 100 members and partners committed to tackling the most pressing environmental and social challenges of our time.

Johnson Controls joins World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to revolutionise energy-positive hotels

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The Alliance is a coalition uniting hospitality companies and strategic partners to drive innovative solutions that promote a responsible and sustainable hospitality sector. Its broad reach includes over 55,000 hotels across 300 brands, these industry leaders are working towards Net Positive Hospitality, a vision that Johnson Controls is set to significantly advance.

Johnson Controls brings expertise in building technologies that target the nearly 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions stemming from buildings. With a workforce of over 100,000 employees across 150 countries, the company is poised to enhance operational efficiency, cut energy costs, and propel the hospitality industry towards ambitious net carbon and energy positive goals. Their innovative Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) financing model allows hospitality businesses to adopt sustainable solutions without hefty upfront investments, turning sustainability into a strategic advantage.

Embracing sustainability isn't just a responsibility; it's a transformative strategy. As we join the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, we recognise that hospitality leaders who lean into sustainability not only reduce operating costs but also enhance customer experiences by ensuring equipment uptime and reliability. By integrating sustainability technologies with the power of AI, we supercharge operations, impacting both the bottom line and the world around us. Katie McGinty, Chief Sustainability Officer at Johnson Controls
We are delighted to welcome Johnson Controls into our membership. As a global leader in building solutions, their expertise will be a game changer for hotels and resorts. Johnson Controls is not only advancing net zero buildings worldwide but also leading by example with their own net zero journey. I am eager to see the valuable contributions and positive impact they will bring to the Alliance. Glenn Mandziuk, CEO of the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

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The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance brings together leading hospitality companies and the wider value chain to address key challenges affecting the planet and people. Through collaborative action, the Alliance develops practical resources and programmes to create a prosperous and responsible hospitality sector that gives back to the destination more than it takes. Our members represent over 66,000 hotels and 8 million rooms globally.

Go from design to cost-effective implementation for new builds and retrofits with Johnson Controls. Our proven process gives hospitality ownership groups and property managers the tools to turn data into action and achieve your organization’s goals, from reducing energy costs to increasing bookings.