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.
+6 vs industry average
Altria’s score of 55 is higher than 65% 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
In 2024, Altria Group, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.9 billion kg CO2e, comprising 118,819,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, and 1,864,224,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions from 2023, where they reported approximately 1.8 billion kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions also rose from 111,565,000 kg CO2e. Altria has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 65% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, and to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Additionally, the company targets a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030, also from a 2022 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company has previously committed to a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2017 baseline, alongside an 18% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Altria's long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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Altria’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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