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updated 2 months ago

UST LLC Sustainability Profile

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UST LLC, also known as U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company, is a leading player in the smokeless tobacco industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, focusing on the production of high-quality smokeless tobacco products. UST LLC is renowned for its core offerings, including premium brands like Copenhagen and Skoal, which are distinguished by their rich flavours and commitment to quality. The company has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a market leader with a reputation for innovation and consumer satisfaction. With a dedication to responsible tobacco use and a focus on sustainability, UST LLC continues to shape the industry landscape while maintaining its status as a trusted name among consumers.

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How does UST LLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

63

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.

40

Industry Benchmark

UST LLC's score of 63 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

73%

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UST LLC's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Altria Group, Inc.

UST LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the latest year, as no absolute emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Altria Group, Inc., and any relevant emissions data or climate commitments may be inherited from this parent organisation. UST LLC has not outlined specific reduction targets or initiatives in its own right. However, it is important to note that any climate commitments or targets would likely align with those set by Altria Group, Inc., which may include initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks. As a subsidiary, UST LLC's climate strategy may be influenced by Altria's broader sustainability goals, which focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. Without specific data or commitments from UST LLC, the company's climate impact remains unclear, but it is positioned within a corporate family that is actively engaged in addressing climate change.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
5,264,365,000
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How Carbon Intensive is UST LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UST LLC's primary industry is Tobacco products (16), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is UST LLC'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 UST LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

UST LLC'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.

UST LLC 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

Compare UST LLC's Emissions with Industry Peers

National Tobacco Company, L.P.

US
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Tobacco products (16)
Updated about 2 months ago

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