Altria Group, Inc., commonly referred to as Altria, is a leading player in the tobacco products industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1985, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its strategic diversification into smoke-free products. Altria operates primarily in the tobacco sector, focusing on the manufacture and sale of cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and innovative alternatives.
The company’s core products include well-known brands like Marlboro, Copenhagen, and Skoal, which are distinguished by their quality and heritage. Altria has established a strong market position, consistently ranking among the top tobacco companies in the US. With a commitment to reducing the harm associated with smoking, Altria is also investing in the development of next-generation products, reflecting its adaptability in a changing industry landscape.
+6 vs industry average
Altria’s score of 55 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Tobacco Products has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Tobacco Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Altria's reported carbon emissions
**Altria's Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments** In 2024, Altria reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 118,819,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,864,224,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 111,565,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1,785,798,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 238,124,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 1,462,121,000 kg CO2e. Altria has established significant climate commitments, including a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 55% by 2030, using 2017 as a base year. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, Altria has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 18% by 2030 against the same 2017 baseline. More recently, as of October 2024, Altria has updated its commitments, aiming for a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2022 base year. The company also aims to achieve 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the updated near-term target is a 42% reduction by 2030 from a 2022 base year. Altria has also set a long-term goal to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, with a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year, and absolute Scope 3 emissions by 90% within the same timeframe.
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Altria’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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