Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI), a leading global tobacco and nicotine company, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1847, PMI has evolved significantly, transitioning from traditional tobacco products to innovative smoke-free alternatives. The company operates in major regions including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on reducing the harm associated with smoking. PMI's core offerings include a range of heated tobacco products and e-cigarettes, notably the IQOS device, which distinguishes itself through its commitment to science and technology. With a strong market position, PMI has made notable strides in sustainability and public health, aiming to create a smoke-free future. The company's dedication to innovation and consumer choice has solidified its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the tobacco industry.
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In 2023, Philip Morris International (PMI) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,701,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 305,382,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 50,006,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,402,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. PMI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. To achieve this, PMI has established near-term targets, including a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, and a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 FLAG (Forestry, Land Use, Agriculture, and Goods) emissions by 33.3% by 2030. For long-term goals, PMI commits to a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2040, also from a 2019 baseline. This comprehensive strategy includes a commitment to no deforestation linked to its primary commodities by 2025. These initiatives reflect PMI's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the tobacco industry.
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2010 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 443,186,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 470,864,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 22,305,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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