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Reynolds American Sustainability Profile

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Reynolds American Inc., a prominent player in the tobacco industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 2004, the company emerged from the merger of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company and Brown & Williamson Tobacco Corporation, marking a pivotal moment in the sector. Reynolds American is renowned for its diverse portfolio of tobacco products, including well-known brands such as Camel, Newport, and Pall Mall, alongside innovative reduced-risk products. The company is committed to transforming its business by focusing on harm reduction and sustainability, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving market landscape. With a strong market presence and a dedication to responsible practices, Reynolds American continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a key player in the global tobacco industry.

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33

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.

44

Industry Benchmark

Reynolds American's score of 33 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Reynolds American's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Reynolds American reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7.4 million kg CO2e, comprising 2,977,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,441,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. This commitment aligns with the broader targets of its parent company, British American Tobacco (BAT). Reynolds American's emissions data indicates a significant focus on reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in direct operations and energy consumption. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Overall, Reynolds American is actively working towards its climate commitments, aiming for substantial reductions in its operational emissions as part of its sustainability strategy.

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0,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Reynolds American's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Reynolds American's primary industry is Tobacco Products, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Reynolds American's Location?

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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 Reynolds American is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reynolds American'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.

Reynolds American has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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