London, 21st October 2024 – The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance proudly welcomes Johnson Controls as its newest member. 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.

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.

Katie McGinty, Chief Sustainability Officer at Johnson Controls, emphasizes the dual benefits of sustainability: "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."

Glenn Mandziuk, CEO of the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, expressed excitement about the new partnership: "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."

For more information about the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, visit sustainablehospitalityalliance.org.

To learn more about Johnson Controls' sustainability initiatives in the hospitality sector, visit https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/industries/hospitality

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About the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance brings together engaged hospitality companies and the wider hospitality value chain, along with strategic partners, to address key challenges affecting the planet, people and places around the world.

Through their strategic initiatives and global networks, they develop practical programs and resources to create a prosperous and responsible hospitality sector that gives back to the destination more than it takes.

Their members represent over 55,000 hotels spanning 300 brands – totaling over 7 million rooms – and include world-leading companies including Accor, Choice Hotels International, Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, as well as regional brands. Their network, which includes over 50 partners, also includes other parts of the hospitality value chain, including owners, investors, suppliers, and other partners to further drive joined up action on sustainability, and accelerate the industry on the path to Net Positive Hospitality.