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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Philip Morris International's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Philip Morris International (PMI) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,701,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 316,652,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 56,582,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,328,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. PMI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040, using 2019 as the baseline year. To achieve this, PMI has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 and Scope 3 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company aims for 15% of its suppliers, based on spend, to have science-based targets by 2025. Long-term, PMI commits to a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2040. These targets include biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting PMI's commitment to sustainable practices in its operations. The company is also focused on reducing emissions related to deforestation-linked commodities, with a target to achieve no deforestation by December 31, 2025.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 443,186,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 470,864,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| 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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Philip Morris International is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
