Reynolds American Inc., a prominent player in the tobacco products industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2004, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the sector, particularly through its innovative approach to tobacco and nicotine products. With major operations across North America, Reynolds American focuses on manufacturing and marketing a diverse range of tobacco products, including cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and modern oral nicotine alternatives.
The company is renowned for its flagship brands, such as Camel and Pall Mall, which are distinguished by their quality and unique flavour profiles. Reynolds American has achieved significant market position, consistently ranking among the top tobacco companies in the US. Notable milestones include its commitment to reduced-risk products, reflecting a shift towards a more sustainable future in the tobacco industry.
-23 vs industry average
Reynolds American’s score of 26 is lower than 33% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Tobacco Products has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Tobacco Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Reynolds American's reported carbon emissions
Reynolds American, headquartered in the US and operating within the tobacco products industry, has reported its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.98 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 4.44 million kg CO2e. In 2022, Reynolds American reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 308 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of roughly 4.64 million kg CO2e (location-based). Market-based Scope 2 emissions for 2022 were approximately 113 million kg CO2e. For the 2021 reporting year, Reynolds American disclosed Scope 1 emissions of about 3.59 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.71 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 5.24 billion kg CO2e. Reynolds American has a near-term climate commitment to achieve a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. This target is aligned with the British American Tobacco (BAT) Group. While the 2020 baseline year is specified for this target, specific emissions data for 2020 in the provided dataset indicates Scope 1 emissions of approximately 3.08 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 5.23 million kg CO2e. The company is noted as being on track for this target over a five-year period. Data for 2017 and earlier years is not available in the provided dataset. Reynolds American does not appear to cascade its emissions data from a parent organisation.
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Reynolds American’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions vs 2020 baseline (aligned to BAT Group target)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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