Imperial Brands
Imperial Brands PLC, commonly known as Imperial Brands, is a leading global player in the tobacco and consumer goods industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1901, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into the vaping and heated tobacco sectors, reflecting its commitment to innovation and sustainability. With a diverse portfolio that includes well-known cigarette brands, fine-cut tobacco, and next-generation products, Imperial Brands stands out for its focus on quality and consumer choice. The company operates in major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, positioning itself as a formidable competitor in the market. Notable achievements include a strong market presence and a dedication to reducing the health impact of its products, aligning with evolving consumer preferences and regulatory landscapes.
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Imperial Brands's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Imperial Brands reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73437000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 15683000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 981703000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in its direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030. Additionally, Imperial Brands targets a 97% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2017 baseline, and a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. In the UK, Imperial Brands reported Scope 1 emissions of about 1688000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 876000 kg CO2e in 2024. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, which include reducing energy consumption by 25% by 2030 compared to a 2017 baseline. Imperial Brands is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2040. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working to ensure that 50% of its suppliers by spend covering purchased goods and services set science-based targets by 2023.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,731,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,455,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 213,081,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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