Sun
Sun International, a prominent player in the hospitality and gaming industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates extensively across the African continent. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a leader in providing world-class entertainment experiences, with a portfolio that includes luxury hotels, casinos, and resorts. Renowned for its unique offerings, Sun International boasts iconic properties such as the Sun City Resort and The Table Bay Hotel, which combine opulence with exceptional service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in hospitality and gaming. With a strong market position, Sun International continues to innovate, ensuring memorable experiences for its guests while contributing to the growth of the tourism sector in the region.
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Industry Average
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Sun's score of 52 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sun's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sun International reported total carbon emissions of approximately 222,377,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10,855,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 210,545,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 210,787,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 19,277,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 190,943,000 kg CO2e. Sun International has set ambitious climate commitments, achieving an 18% reduction in absolute CO2e emissions from a 2017 baseline of 255,904 kg CO2e by 2023. Looking ahead, the company aims to reduce global carbon dioxide emissions by 45% by 2030 relative to 2010 levels. Additionally, Sun International plans to reduce its annual carbon emissions by 26% by 2028, focusing on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The organisation is also committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050, with plans to apply a science-based target methodology for setting these reduction targets. These initiatives reflect Sun International's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its commitment to sustainability within the hospitality and entertainment industry.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,261,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 240,692,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Sun is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
