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Philip Morris International

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Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI), a leading global tobacco and nicotine company, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1847, PMI has evolved significantly, transitioning from traditional tobacco products to innovative smoke-free alternatives. The company operates in major regions including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on reducing the harm associated with smoking. PMI's core offerings include a range of heated tobacco products and e-cigarettes, notably the IQOS device, which distinguishes itself through its commitment to science and technology. With a strong market position, PMI has made notable strides in sustainability and public health, aiming to create a smoke-free future. The company's dedication to innovation and consumer choice has solidified its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the tobacco industry.

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91

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.

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Philip Morris International's score of 91 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Philip Morris International's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Philip Morris International (PMI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,748,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 288,574,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 68,561,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 4,391,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 4,758,000,000 kg CO2e. PMI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline. As of the end of 2022, the company achieved a 39% reduction in these emissions, indicating progress towards this target. Additionally, PMI is committed to achieving carbon neutrality in its direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025 and aims for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2040. The company has also established a target to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% by 2030 and aims for a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2040, all from a 2019 baseline. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect PMI's commitment to addressing climate change through significant emissions reductions and sustainable practices.

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470,864,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Philip Morris International's primary industry is Tobacco products (16), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Philip Morris International is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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