Philip Morris Plans to Reduce Cigarette Exposure by 2030
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) has announced plans to reduce cigarette exposure by 2030. The company, which is the world’s largest tobacco company, is aiming to reduce the number of cigarettes smoked by at least one-third by the end of the decade.
The Decline of Cigarette Smoking
Cigarette smoking has been on the decline for decades. In the United States, the number of smokers has dropped from 42% of the population in 1965 to just 14% in 2018. This trend is mirrored in other countries around the world, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that the number of smokers globally has dropped from 1.1 billion in 2000 to just over 900 million in 2018.
PMI’s Commitment to Reduce Cigarette Exposure
PMI has long been committed to reducing the number of cigarettes smoked. In 2018, the company announced its “Smoke-Free Future” initiative, which aimed to reduce the number of cigarettes smoked by one-third by 2025. Now, PMI is taking this commitment one step further, with the goal of reducing the number of cigarettes smoked by at least one-third by 2030.
PMI’s Smoke-Free Products
PMI has been investing heavily in smoke-free products, such as e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products. These products are designed to provide a less harmful alternative to traditional cigarettes, and PMI has been actively promoting them as part of its “Smoke-Free Future” initiative.
The Impact of PMI’s Commitment
PMI’s commitment to reduce cigarette exposure by 2030 is expected to have a significant impact on the global tobacco industry. The company is the world’s largest tobacco company, and its commitment is likely to encourage other tobacco companies to follow suit. This could lead to a further reduction in the number of cigarettes smoked globally, which would have a positive impact on public health.
PMI’s Commitment to Public Health
PMI’s commitment to reduce cigarette exposure is part of the company’s broader commitment to public health. The company has also committed to investing $1 billion over the next decade in public health initiatives, such as smoking cessation programs and research into the health effects of smoking.
Conclusion
PMI’s commitment to reduce cigarette exposure by 2030 is a significant step forward in the fight against smoking. The company’s commitment is likely to encourage other tobacco companies to follow suit, which could lead to a further reduction in the number of cigarettes smoked globally. This could have a positive impact on public health, and PMI’s commitment to investing in public health initiatives is a welcome sign of the company’s commitment to improving public health.