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.
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.
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Godfrey Phillips India's score of 32 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (205,487,000 kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (8,471,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (1,430,000 kg CO2e). For the previous year, 2023, emissions data for India indicated Scope 2 emissions of 11,764,000 kg CO2e, while global emissions were reported at 14,399,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,532,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 12,867,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2022, the company recorded 12,867,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions in India, alongside 1,595,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. Despite these figures, Godfrey Phillips India has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no documented initiatives aimed at reducing emissions. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are independently sourced from Godfrey Phillips India Limited. Overall, while Godfrey Phillips India has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,035,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 
| Scope 2 | 18,088,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 00,000,000  | 
| Scope 3 | -  | -  | -  | -  | 000,000,000  | 
The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 95% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Godfrey Phillips India has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
