British American Tobacco Kenya plc
British American Tobacco Kenya plc, commonly referred to as BAT Kenya, is a leading player in the tobacco industry, headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. Established in 1907, the company has a rich history marked by significant milestones, including its evolution into a key subsidiary of British American Tobacco plc, a global tobacco giant. BAT Kenya operates primarily in the manufacture and marketing of tobacco products, including well-known brands such as Dunhill, Peter Stuyvesant, and Sportsman. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in East Africa, BAT Kenya has solidified its position as a market leader, contributing significantly to the local economy and adhering to sustainable practices.
DitchCarbon Score
How does British American Tobacco Kenya plc'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.
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British American Tobacco Kenya plc's score of 15 is lower than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
British American Tobacco Kenya plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, British American Tobacco Kenya plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,461,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,042,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 697,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for this year. Looking at previous years, in 2022, total emissions were about 5,423,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,308,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 962,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the total was approximately 3,726,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 3,308,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 418,000 kg CO2e. The 2020 data shows total emissions of about 6,150,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 340,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 200,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 3,500,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, British American Tobacco Kenya plc has not set specific reduction targets or made climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company’s emissions data reflects a trend of decreasing total emissions over the years, suggesting ongoing efforts to manage and reduce their carbon footprint.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 340,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 200,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,500,000 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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British American Tobacco Kenya plc is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
