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Scandinavian Tobacco

Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S, commonly referred to as STG, is a leading player in the global tobacco industry, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly established itself as a prominent manufacturer of cigars, pipe tobacco, and fine-cut tobacco products, with significant operations across Europe and North America. STG is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes well-known brands such as Mac Baren, La Paz, and Café Crème. The company’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship sets its products apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Scandinavian Tobacco Group has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its reach and product offerings, solidifying its status as a trusted name in the tobacco sector.

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80

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Scandinavian Tobacco's score of 80 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Scandinavian Tobacco's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 300,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 12,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 15,300,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 273,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass purchased goods and services, transportation, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. STG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target across its entire value chain by 2050. In the near term, the company plans to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as a baseline. Additionally, STG aims to address 67% of its Scope 3 emissions by the same year. For Scope 3 emissions, the company has committed to a 25% reduction by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, STG has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These initiatives reflect STG's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.

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Scope 1
15,300,000
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Scope 2
21,200,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Scandinavian Tobacco's primary industry is Tobacco products (16), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Scandinavian Tobacco is in DK, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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