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Our carbon approach

We are voluntarily committed to reducing our carbon footprint
with targets in line with the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to +1.5°C.

Our carbon footprint

The Pierre & Vacances Center Parcs Group has placed reducing its carbon footprint at the heart of its CSR strategy. It is with humility that we embark on this journey, aware of the challenges ahead.

As an essential first step in identifying the levers for action, we carry out an exhaustive and rigorous assessment of our emissions every year. This assessment is the cornerstone of our approach, enabling us to understand the impact of our activities and to transform them more effectively.

Convinced that tomorrow’s tourism will either be sustainable or not, we are actively committed to transforming our sector, involving our stakeholders at every stage of this essential process.

 

The carbon footprint of the Group’s activities is estimated at 1.1 million tCO2 e per year.

our carbon footprint approach

Note :
– Our carbon footprint is calculated using the methodology of the GHG Protocol, an international reference standard that provides a basis for comparison with other players. Find out more
– Adagio is not included in this calculation. The brand’s carbon footprint is included in that of the Accor Group.

Our SBTi carbon trajectory to 2030

Since 2023, our carbon trajectory has been validated by SBTi. Internationally recognised, the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) helps companies to set carbon emission reduction targets in line with the objectives set by the Paris Agreement.

 


    

Scops 1 & 2

Scops 3 – Other categories

Objective 2030 vs. 2019

-51%

sur nos consommations d’énergie

-27.5%

de nos émissions indirectes :
déchets, déplacements de nos salariés, franchisés…

Results 2022-2023 vs. 2019

-13 %

-0.1 %

Levers

1. Reduce the energy requirements of our sites, in particular by :

  • A sobriety and management plan (-15% energy consumption in 2023 vs 2019 at Center Parcs in overnight accommodation)
  • Improving equipment performance

  • 2. Develop the use of renewable energies with 29% of Center Parcs’ energy needs covered by green energy thanks to :

  • 4 sites equipped with wood-fired heating systems, 1 site powered by deep geothermal energy and solar panels
  • Green electricity contracts on 100% of Center Parcs domains
  • Optimising waste management
  • Travel policy promoting rail travel
  • Support for franchised sites to optimise their energy consumption

Joining the movement:
the choice of our partners

The Group’s purchases account for around 18% of our carbon footprint, making them a crucial lever in our drive to reduce emissions.

Conscious of our responsibility, we encourage our suppliers to assess their carbon footprint, to carry out their carbon assessment with a view to committing to an approach recognised by science. By working together, we aim to build a sustainable supply chain.

Reducing the emissions linked to our catering offer and our customers’ journeys to our sites involves a profound change in habits. These transformations take time, as they affect long-established behaviours and complex supply chains. While the transition to more sustainable practices is a gradual process, we remain determined to support this change by raising awareness among our customers and partners.

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Catering

An essential service for our customers and a key part of the holiday experience, catering accounts for 15% of our carbon footprint.

That’s why we work hand in hand with our catering partners Areas and Albron with the aim of decarbonising their offer by increasing the proportion of vegetarian, local and seasonal dishes on our restaurant menus.

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Our customers’ journeys

With a 45% share of our carbon footprint, our customers’ journeys are the biggest source of emissions, so it’s important to encourage our customers to use less carbon-intensive means of transport to get to our sites.

Several projects have been launched within our brands:

  • For example, in partnership with Engie Vianeo, we are installing almost 600 electric vehicle recharging points on the French Center Parcs estates. As well as enhancing our range of services, the installation of these charging points aims to promote and democratise the use of electric vehicles. To find out more
  • During 2023 Pierre & Vacances and SNCF Connect joined forces to encourage our customers to take the train. For any stay booked in one of our 71 residences accessible by train, our customers could benefit from a 15% discount on their train tickets.