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Imperial Brands

Imperial Brands PLC, commonly known as Imperial Brands, is a leading global player in the tobacco and consumer goods industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1901, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into the vaping and heated tobacco sectors, reflecting its commitment to innovation and sustainability. With a diverse portfolio that includes well-known cigarette brands, fine-cut tobacco, and next-generation products, Imperial Brands stands out for its focus on quality and consumer choice. The company operates in major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, positioning itself as a formidable competitor in the market. Notable achievements include a strong market presence and a dedication to reducing the health impact of its products, aligning with evolving consumer preferences and regulatory landscapes.

DitchCarbon Score

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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Tobacco Products industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Imperial Brands's score of 62 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Imperial Brands's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Imperial Brands reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 81089,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 18896000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 822880000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to achieve net-zero emissions across their value chain by FY2040, using FY2017 as the base year. The company has set ambitious near-term targets, aiming for a 97% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 and a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term, they plan to maintain at least a 97% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from FY2030 through FY2040, and to achieve a 91% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2040. Imperial Brands is also focused on engaging its supply chain, committing that 50% of its suppliers by spend will set science-based targets by 2023. These initiatives align with industry standards and demonstrate the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Imperial Brands's primary industry is Tobacco products (16), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Imperial Brands is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Imperial Brands is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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