Bat
British American Tobacco (BAT), headquartered in London, GB, is a leading player in the global tobacco industry, with a presence in over 180 countries. Founded in 1902, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of innovative reduced-risk products. BAT's core offerings include traditional tobacco products and a growing portfolio of next-generation alternatives, such as vapour and heated tobacco products, which are designed to meet the changing preferences of consumers. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and responsible marketing, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in the industry. With a strong market presence and a focus on innovation, BAT continues to shape the future of tobacco and nicotine consumption.
DitchCarbon Score
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Bat's score of 92 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bat's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, British American Tobacco (BAT) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,791,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources. This includes about 2,991,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). In 2023, BAT's emissions were slightly higher, with total Scope 1 emissions at about 3,113,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 697,000 kg CO2e. BAT has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a target to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030, which encompasses emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and the end-of-life treatment of sold products. BAT's recent initiatives reflect a strong commitment to sustainability, with a focus on reducing emissions intensity and engaging suppliers to adopt science-based targets. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the tobacco industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 342,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 199,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,907,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Bat is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
