Altria Group, Inc., commonly known as Altria, is a leading player in the tobacco and nicotine industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1985, the company has evolved significantly, with key milestones including the acquisition of Philip Morris Companies Inc. and the expansion into smoke-free products. Altria operates primarily in the United States, focusing on the manufacture and marketing of cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and innovative nicotine delivery systems. The company’s core products include well-known brands such as Marlboro, Copenhagen, and Skoal, distinguished by their quality and heritage. Altria is also making strides in the development of reduced-risk products, positioning itself as a forward-thinking entity in a rapidly changing market. With a strong market presence and a commitment to responsible product innovation, Altria continues to be a significant force in the tobacco sector.
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Altria's score of 62 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Altria Group, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 111,565,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. In 2023, the company recorded about 118,819,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,470,359,000 kg CO2e. The 2022 data indicated a total of about 238,124,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1,462,121,000 kg CO2e. Altria has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55% by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. This target is part of a broader strategy that includes a commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Additionally, Altria plans to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. The company has also committed to sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Altria's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 5,264,365,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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