Japan Tobacco
Japan Tobacco Inc. (JTI), headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is a leading player in the global tobacco industry. Founded in 1985, the company has established a significant presence in various regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. JTI is renowned for its diverse portfolio of products, which includes well-known cigarette brands such as Winston, Camel, and Mevius, as well as innovative reduced-risk products. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, JTI has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into the non-tobacco sector and the development of next-generation products. The company is recognised for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top tobacco manufacturers worldwide. JTI's focus on innovation and consumer satisfaction sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a key player in the evolving tobacco market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Japan Tobacco's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Japan Tobacco's score of 53 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Japan Tobacco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Japan Tobacco reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 1,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 276,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 6,466,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services. The company has made significant commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 47% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Japan Tobacco targets a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. From 2009 to 2017, Japan Tobacco successfully reduced its absolute GHG emissions by 21.2%, achieving the targets set in its Long-Term Environment Plan 2020. The company has also set a goal to improve overall emissions efficiency by a further 5% during the period from 2018 to 2020. Looking towards the future, Japan Tobacco has committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 406,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,760,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,847,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Japan Tobacco 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.
