Japan Tobacco Sustainability Profile
Japan Tobacco Inc. (JTI), headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is a leading player in the global tobacco industry. Founded in 1985, the company has established a significant presence in various regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. JTI is renowned for its diverse portfolio of products, which includes well-known cigarette brands such as Winston, Camel, and Mevius, as well as innovative reduced-risk products. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, JTI has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into the non-tobacco sector and the development of next-generation products. The company is recognised for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top tobacco manufacturers worldwide. JTI's focus on innovation and consumer satisfaction sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a key player in the evolving tobacco market.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Japan Tobacco's score of 100 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Japan Tobacco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Japan Tobacco reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 509,148,900 kg CO2e, comprising 320,255,020 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 188,893,880 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 4,749,332,020 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 47% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Japan Tobacco aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 28% within the same timeframe. Historically, the company achieved a 21.2% reduction in absolute GHG emissions from 2009 to 2017, aligning with its Long-Term Environment Plan 2020. Looking ahead, Japan Tobacco has pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with interim targets including a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by the same year. The company’s climate commitments are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines, reflecting its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2009 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 425,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 483,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Japan Tobacco's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Japan Tobacco's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 10% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. 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 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Japan Tobacco's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Japan Tobacco has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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