Airbnb

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Airbnb operates an online marketplace for short- and long-term homestays, experiences, and services in various countries, connecting hosts with guests seeking accommodations and unique travel experiences.

Positive signals

Airbnb has established a Host Advisory Board and consults regularly with environmental experts and community leaders to embed sustainable practices in hosting and increase their adoption globally.

Sustainalytics rates Airbnb, Inc. with an ESG Risk Rating of 23.1 (Medium), ranking it 534 out of 942 in its industry, indicating average management of material ESG risks compared to peers as of 2024.

Airbnb has piloted programs to help hosts switch to renewable energy sources and is actively working to quantify and reduce the carbon footprint of stays and experiences on its platform, with ongoing strategies to further lower emissions.

Airbnb is committed to supporting global efforts to end trafficking and exploitation, leveraging its platform reach to participate in anti-trafficking initiatives as outlined in its 2024 Sustainability and Community Update.

Concerns

Safety violations in short-term rentals

Illegal Airbnb operations and associated fines

Airbnb's ESG Risk Rating by Sustainalytics is classified as 'Medium', with an 'Average' management score, indicating that while the company is not at high risk, it still faces notable exposure to material ESG issues and has room for improvement compared to best-in-class peers.

Illegal short-term rental operations leading to significant fines

Enforcement of local laws against illegal short-term rentals