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How the GoGreen targets are calculated

January 11, 2024
UpdatedMarch 11, 2025
ByTeresa Byler
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How is the target calculated?

The target is set in the Goal distribution tool module. The sustainability manager for your chain will assign each property a consumption reduction percentage per resource, and will set the date by when it needs to be achieved. Reduction in resources will lead to a reduction in CO2.

Based on the reduction percentage and the timeline set, PMI will calculate the average consumption target per guest night for each month in the period, in order for the property to achieve the required reduction. PMI considers the effects of seasons and the reduction opportunities for each property.

In the steps below, electricity and the year 2024 are used as examples, however, the principles apply to each resource in GoGreen.

Step 1: Calculate total consumption for the year.

Multiply the guest nights for 2024 taken from the Live forecast by the electricity target for 2024 taken from the goal distribution tool.

Step 2: Split the total yearly consumption into monthly consumption, taking seasonality into account.

Recalculating target

For properties to reach the average kWh/guest night target at the end of the year, the targets need to be adjusted monthly to take actual performance for past months into account. If consumption was above target in April, for example, the target will need to be recalculated so that there can be a greater reduction in consumption in remaining months and the target can still be reached by the end of the year. When recalculating the target, PMI also considers any changes in guest nights. This recalculation is done on the first of each month.

 

Step 1: Determine the annual consumption that can still be used, after considering actual performance.

Step 2: Spread remaining consumption over the remaining year.

Step 3: Calculate the kWh/guest night for each month.

Troubleshooting tips

This section provides additional troubleshooting advice for readers experiencing specific issues. While it’s packed with useful insights, you may skip it if you’re not facing any related problems.

What does GG stand for?

In PMI “GG” stands for GoGreen. This initiative focuses on sustainability and environmental responsibility. The abbreviation “gg” is commonly used by users when referring to sustainability tools and features within the full PMI software suite called GoGreen. For more about the GoGreen module view this article: GoGreen home overview.

PIA chat – R&P and financial context

If you’re using the Revenue & Productivity (R&P) module in PMI, keep in mind that this module focuses on revenue and productivity metrics rather than full financial reporting.

  • Since not all cost data is available within R&P, the AI cannot provide full Gross Operating Profit (GOP) calculations.
  • If cost-related insights are needed, AI will only infer potential GOP impacts based on available data but won’t generate GOP estimates unless explicitly asked.
  • When a P&L module is present, the AI can incorporate a broader financial view, but without it, responses remain revenue and productivity-focused.

Goal Distribution Tool (GDT)

What is GDT? The GDT helps set long-term sustainability goals at the chain level, breaking them down into property-specific and monthly targets. These targets are visible in the GoGreen cockpit and Planning pages.

Goal Targets Not Displaying

  • Ensure that goals have been properly set and distributed at the chain level.
  • Check if the property has the required data, such as historical usage and occupancy figures.
  • Verify that the property’s activities and local weather conditions have been factored into the calculation.

Generate reports in the Timesheet

If you have trouble to generate (make or create) a report in the timesheet, one common solution to try is checking your view settings. Specifically, make sure you've included all necessary parameters, such as "Include Period-End" in your report criteria. This step is often overlooked but crucial for generating comprehensive reports that match your expectations. If you're still encountering difficulties, you might need to look into more detailed settings or permissions that could be affecting your ability to generate the report.

Correct, change, register or add consumption

To register consumption, use the 'Add consumption' button within the cockpit. This allows for the input of new consumption values easily. If needing to update an entry, simply input the new value; PMI will override the previous entry with the new one, ensuring the latest data is always reflected. However, note that imported values cannot be overwritten in this manner. For tracking food waste specifically, use the "Production" category to enter total food waste figures accurately.

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