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Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S, commonly referred to as Scandinavian Tobacco, is a leading player in the tobacco products industry, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly established itself as a significant force in the global market, particularly in Europe and North America.
Specialising in a diverse range of tobacco products, Scandinavian Tobacco offers premium cigars, pipe tobacco, and fine-cut tobacco, distinguished by their quality and craftsmanship. The company is renowned for its commitment to tradition and innovation, ensuring a unique experience for consumers.
With a strong market position, Scandinavian Tobacco has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its portfolio and reach. As a prominent name in the tobacco sector, it continues to shape industry standards while catering to a discerning clientele.
100
DitchCarbon score
+51 vs industry average
Scandinavian Tobacco’s score of 100 is higher than 100% 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
Low
Tobacco Products has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.334
20182025
The Tobacco Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 3
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Scandinavian Tobacco's reported carbon emissions
Scandinavian Tobacco, headquartered in Denmark and operating in the tobacco products industry, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 252.5 million kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 11.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 13.8 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions (or 17 million kg CO2e for location-based), and 227.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Looking back, their total emissions were approximately 284 million kg CO2e in 2024, comprising 12.1 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), 15.3 million kg CO2e (market-based Scope 2), and 256.7 million kg CO2e (Scope 3). In 2023, total emissions stood at around 299.1 million kg CO2e, with 11.6 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), 16.5 million kg CO2e (market-based Scope 2), and 271 million kg CO2e (Scope 3). Further back, in 2020, total emissions were approximately 331.1 million kg CO2e.
Scandinavian Tobacco has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2050, as recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
For near-term targets, the company is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42.4% by 2030, using a 2020 base year. They also aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from specific categories (including purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, upstream and downstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, and end-of-life treatment of sold products) by 25% by 2030, from a 2022 base year. Furthermore, Scandinavian Tobacco has a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 3 FLAG (Forest, Land and Agriculture) GHG emissions by 30.3% by 2030 from a 2022 base year and pledges no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by 31 December 2025.
Long-term, by 2050, Scandinavian Tobacco commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% from a 2020 base year. They also target a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions (from a comprehensive list of categories) by 2050, using a 2022 base year, and a 72% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG GHG emissions by 2050 from a 2022 base year. These targets are consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
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Scandinavian Tobacco’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2020 base year.
On track90%
2030
42.4% reduction in Scope 2
Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42.4% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
On track42.4%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related…
On track25%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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