Overview of Sustainability in the Hotel IndustryAnHow the World’s Largest Brands are Practicing SustainabilityInformation was examined using thirteen indicators of sustainability. Eight indicators were chosen that represented environmental sustainability, plus five indicators that represent social and economic sustainability. Based on the information analyzed, each company received a score for each indicator according to the level of information disclosed. This created a sustainability scorecard, with Marriott and Hilton scoring the highest, Wyndham and Best Western scoring the lowest, and Choice Hotels falling in the middle .In summary, it was determined that Hilton is reporting at the highest level, based on the measured indicators in addition to receiving external assurance on their disclosed results from implemented practices, The other four companies have further steps they should take to better communicate their sustainable practices and overall commitment to sustainability.]]>autStefanowski, Stacey RitathsNyaupane, GyandgcChhabra, DeepakctbctbSchool of AccountancyctbDepartment of Management and EntrepreneurshipctbBarrett, The Honors Collegeenghttps://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.I.5287355 pages115557366441628716197132497srstefanIn Copyright2019-05TexttourismHotelsSustainabilityenvironmentContent Analysis