Green Development
The Group is committed to achieving green operations and balanced development,
actively reducing its carbon footprint to mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change.
Critical Areas
- Air Pollutant Emissions and Management
- Biodiversity
- Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Management
- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
- Energy Use and Management
- Water Resources Use and Management
- Environmental and Natural Resources Protection and Education
- Circular Economy
- Product Carbon Footprint
- Waste Management
Contributing to the UN SDGs
Our Actions
Energy Conservation
We have displayed "Save Water" and "Save Paper" labels in our offices and have implemented an ERP system to reduce paper consumption and waste, promoting green and energy-efficient operations. Additionally, we have purchased renewable energy from the power company Cemig through Alliance One Brasil Exportadora de Tabacos Ltda.to minimize reliance on conventional energy sources.
Water Resource Protection
We provide regular training sessions for contracted farmers on efficient and environmentally friendly water usage. Our on-site technicians provide guidance on proper practices for applying mixed crop protection agents and handling tractor oil to prevent water pollution and promote sustainable local water resource management.
Waste Management and Resource Recycling
We convert tobacco processing byproducts—such as leaves, stems, and dust—into organic compost fertilizer. This process utilizes bacteria to break down tobacco components, producing ?"Fertileaf". This ingredient enriches soil organic matter and benefits various non-tobacco crops, including soybeans and rice. This technology not only significantly reduces tobacco dust levels but also prevents its accumulation in nature.
Biological Carbon Sequestration
We encourage contracted farmers in Brazil to plant ?eucalyptus species, known for their strong carbon sequestration capacity, rapid growth, and high timber yield. On average, these cultivated forests sequester approximately ?10 tons of carbon per hectare annually, helping mitigate the adverse effects of greenhouse gas emissions.
Soil Improvement and Restoration
Our on-site technicians employ the ?no-tillage system to guide crop rotation in specific soil areas, enhancing the ?physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils managed by contracted Brazilian farmers. This approach also aids in rehabilitating degraded soil zones.
Our Results
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8%
Per capita energy consumption in 2025 decreased by 8% YoY
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2%
Per capita water consumption in 2025 decreased by 2% YoY
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1%
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Per capita hazardous waste output in 2025 decreased by 1% YoY
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40%
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Per capita harmless waste output in 2025 decreased by 40% YoY
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10%
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Per capita packaging material consumption in 2025 decreased by 10% YoY
