Radisson Hotel Group opens first ‘Verified Net Zero’ hotels in Oslo and Manchester

28-5-2025

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The Radisson Hotel Group becomes the first international hotel chain to open two ‘Verified Net Zero’ hotels, located in Oslo and Manchester. These hotels already meet international sustainability standards that are not expected to be widely implemented in the hospitality industry until 2040. Independent verification by TÜV Rheinland confirms that both properties have eliminated their direct CO₂ emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and significantly reduced indirect emissions (Scope 3) in accordance with the GHG (GreenHouse Gas) Protocol. Remaining emissions are offset through nature-based solutions, such as forest and soil restoration projects.

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‘Verified Net Zero’ hotels powered by 100% renewable energy

Both hotels run entirely on renewable energy. In Manchester, heat pumps and a fully electric kitchen ensure the use of 100% green electricity. In Oslo, green electricity is combined with sustainable district heating sourced from waste-to-energy facilities and data centers. Menus have been revised in collaboration with Klimato to include seasonal ingredients and CO₂ labels, reducing their carbon footprint by up to 40%.

The Radisson Hotel Group has chosen to transform existing buildings—an important step since 80% of the buildings that need to meet 2050 climate goals are already in use today. Waste is minimized using eSmiley software, in collaboration with Too Good To Go. The hotels have eliminated single-use plastics and reduced paper usage with a digital concierge app. Nespresso capsules are recycled, and all bathroom amenities are refillable. Remaining emissions are offset via Agreena, which partners with over 2,300 European farmers to restore and preserve soil.

The Manchester location, reopened as Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, features 252 Scandinavian-style rooms, a restaurant with a terrace, a spa, swimming pool, and meeting rooms for up to 220 guests. It’s located within walking distance of cultural landmarks such as AO Arena, Manchester Cathedral, and the National Football Museum.

In Oslo, the former Park Inn is being repositioned as Radisson RED Oslo City Centre, a ‘Verified Net Zero’ Hotel, set to open in July 2025.

According to Inge Huijbrechts, Chief Sustainability & Security Officer at the Radisson Hotel Group, these first two ‘Veriefied Net Zero’ hotels mark the beginning of a broader mission: proving that true sustainability in existing hotels is both feasible and financially viable. More details can be found in this press release.

Website: Radisson Hotels  

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