Public Profile

Godfrey Phillips India

Godfrey Phillips India, a prominent player in the tobacco and FMCG sectors, is headquartered in New Delhi, India. Established in 1936, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey, including the introduction of innovative products and expansion into various operational regions across the country. Specialising in the manufacture and distribution of cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and a range of consumer goods, Godfrey Phillips India stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s flagship brands, including Four Square and Red & White, have garnered a loyal customer base, solidifying its market position as one of the leading tobacco companies in India. With a focus on responsible business practices and community engagement, Godfrey Phillips India continues to adapt to changing market dynamics while maintaining its reputation for excellence in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Godfrey Phillips India'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.

32

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Tobacco Products industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Godfrey Phillips India's score of 32 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Godfrey Phillips India's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Godfrey Phillips India reported total carbon emissions of approximately 231,699,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,210,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 11,764,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 217,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting. In the preceding years, the company demonstrated a trend of decreasing emissions, with total emissions of about 14,399,000 kg CO2e in 2023, 13,738,000 kg CO2e in 2022, and 14,851,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Notably, the Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions have also seen reductions, indicating a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing direct and indirect emissions. Despite these reductions, Godfrey Phillips India has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the tobacco industry, which faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, particularly in relation to carbon emissions. Overall, while Godfrey Phillips India has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the lack of formal climate commitments suggests an opportunity for further engagement in sustainability practices.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
2,035,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
18,088,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Godfrey Phillips India's primary industry is Tobacco products (16), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Godfrey Phillips India is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Godfrey Phillips India 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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