Decisive action is needed to prevent the climate crisis reaching a tipping point. And it's only through the cooperation of all stakeholders - from governments to private companies - can we effectively combat climate change. That is why
The platform serves as a response from the
PMI's inclusion is recognition of its transformation and how the company is responsibly managing its transition, as well as its impact on society and the environment. Its vision is aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and aims to contribute to making them a reality. For PMI, sustainability means creating long-term value while minimizing the negative externalities associated with its products, operations and value chain.
Its Chief Sustainability Officer
'Three years ago, PMI made a commitment to a future without cigarettes-a smoke-free future-and we are actively transforming our business to deliver on this promise as quickly as possible. Our smoke-free vision, and company's purpose, is about creating a business that brings a positive societal change, and therefore, is much more sustainable.' said Savelkouls.
'It's easy to talk about transforming a company but how do you know whether it's real? I understand people are sceptical. That is why we have published our Business Transformation Metrics where everybody can see how we are reallocating resources towards new products and away from cigarettes.'
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