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Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC, a prominent player in the tobacco industry, is headquartered in Sri Lanka (LK) and operates extensively across the region. Established in 1908, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its commitment to quality and innovation within the Other Business Services sector (74).
Ceylon Tobacco Company is renowned for its diverse range of tobacco products, including cigarettes and other tobacco-related items, distinguished by their adherence to high standards and local preferences. The company holds a strong market position, recognised for its responsible business practices and contributions to the economy. With a legacy spanning over a century, Ceylon Tobacco Company continues to adapt and thrive in a competitive landscape, maintaining its status as a leader in the industry.
+21 vs industry average
Ceylon Tobacco Company’s score of 57 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ceylon Tobacco Company, headquartered in LK and operating in the "Other business services" industry, reported Scope 1 emissions of 1,271,000 kg CO2e for 2024. In 2023, its Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1,555,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, the company's Scope 1 emissions were 1,728,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions totalling 2,959,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were 1,334,000 kg CO2e, and no Scope 2 emissions were reported. The company also reported combined Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions of 4,034,000 kg CO2e for 2020 and 4,665,000 kg CO2e for 2019. Please note that Scope 3 emissions data is currently unavailable for all reported years.
Ceylon Tobacco Company aims for carbon neutrality in its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions across its depots, GLTP, Colombo Factory, and Commercial operations, with a target start year of 2023 and an end year of 2030. This commitment positions it as the first end-market within the British American Tobacco p.l.c. group to achieve this.
The company's climate and emissions data, including its Scope 1 and 2 carbon neutrality target, are cascaded from its ultimate parent, British American Tobacco p.l.c., through a corporate family relationship.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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