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.
+9 vs industry average
Altria’s score of 56 is higher than 57% 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 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Altria's reported carbon emissions
Altria Group Inc. (US), a tobacco products manufacturer, reported significant greenhouse gas emissions. For the 2024 reporting year, total emissions were approximately 1.98 billion kg CO2e, comprising 118.82 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, and 1.86 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2023, total emissions were approximately 1.89 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at 111.57 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at 1.79 billion kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of approximately 1.70 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 at 238.12 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at 1.46 billion kg CO2e.
Altria has established climate commitments aimed at substantial emissions reductions. The company has a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, using 2017 as a baseline year. Furthermore, Altria aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 18% by 2030 from the same 2017 baseline. More recent targets, based on a 2022 baseline, include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 65% and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42%, both by 2030. Altria is also committed to achieving 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030. The company has a long-term goal to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050.
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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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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