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Philip Morris International

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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90

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Philip Morris International's score of 90 is higher than 97% 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 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,748,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 288,574,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 68,561,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 4,391,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 357,135,000 kg CO2e. PMI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 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 its Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated goals. Additionally, PMI plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025. For Scope 3 emissions, PMI has committed to a 27.5% reduction by 2030, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction by 2040. The company also aims to ensure that 15% of its suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2025, alongside a commitment to no deforestation in its supply chain by the end of 2025. Overall, PMI's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes, with a net-zero target set for 2040.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
470,864,000
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7,148,000,000
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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.

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. 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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Philip Morris International is participating in some of the initiatives that 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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