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Philip Morris International Ranked Among Top Five in Forbes’ 2025 Net Zero Leaders List

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New Delhi, Aug 01, 2025: Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) has secured the fourth position on Forbes’ 2025 Net Zero Leaders list, marking its third consecutive year of inclusion. The list, which ranks the top 200 U.S. public companies making substantial progress toward greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions, draws from data provided by Sustainalytics and Morningstar. It assesses company efforts in decarbonization across scopes 1, 2, and 3, as well as governance structures and financial resilience.

Navaneel Kar, Managing Director at IPM India, said, “We are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of the highest-ranked companies making great strides toward net zero. Addressing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is not just an environmental imperative but a strategic business priority that directly impacts our long-term viability, regulatory compliance, and competitive positioning.”

Jennifer Motles, Chief Sustainability Officer at PMI, emphasized the integration of sustainability into the company's core strategy. “Our sustainability strategy remains deeply integrated with our business transformation,” she said. “It is a catalyst for building operational resilience, driving innovation, and creating long-term value. Initiatives such as our investment in renewable energy and supply chain optimization are grounded in data, transparency, and an ambition to strengthen both our environmental performance and our competitive position.”

The recognition reflects PMI’s ongoing efforts to align business transformation with environmental responsibility and its pursuit of a smoke-free future. The company continues to expand its sustainability footprint with measurable targets and transparent reporting practices. 

Philip Morris International is a global consumer goods company committed to transitioning away from cigarettes and developing a broad portfolio that extends beyond tobacco and nicotine products.

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