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Nairobi BAT- Kenya has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company’s significant achievements in gender diversity, emissions reduction, and sustainable agriculture. The report underscores BAT Kenya’s commitment to making a positive impact on the environment and society, with several key accomplishments exceeding established targets.
Crispin Achola, Managing Director of BAT Kenya, stated, “In the context of a rapidly changing world, it is important that our stakeholders understand BAT Kenya’s contributions to sustainability. We remain focused on transforming our business, guided by our goal to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.”
Gender Diversity in Leadership
A major highlight is the increase in female representation in senior leadership roles, now at 47%, surpassing the company’s 45% target set for 2025. This achievement reflects BAT Kenya’s commitment to gender diversity and pay equity. The report also notes an increase in base salaries for women across various job grades.
Climate Change Initiatives
BAT Kenya has reported a 54% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for 2023. This surpasses the company’s 2030 target of a 50% reduction from a 2020 baseline by seven years. This progress is attributed to an accelerated decarbonization strategy, including a KSh 145 million investment in solar energy between 2021 and 2022, which has resulted in 1,400-kilowatt peak (KwP) of onsite-generated electricity.
Water Stewardship
The company has also achieved a 62.5% reduction in water usage, well beyond its 2025 target of a 35% reduction from a 2017 baseline. This accomplishment highlights BAT Kenya’s commitment to responsible resource management.
Accolades and Memberships
BAT Kenya has been certified as a Top Employer in Kenya and Africa by the global Top Employers Institute for seven consecutive years (2018-2024). Additionally, the company is a member of the Kenya Business and Disabilities Network (KBDN), an organization dedicated to promoting workplace inclusivity for persons with disabilities
