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Skadden

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, commonly known as Skadden, is a leading global law firm headquartered in New York, US. Founded in 1948, Skadden has established itself as a powerhouse in the legal industry, with a strong presence in major operational regions including Europe and Asia. The firm is renowned for its expertise in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and litigation, offering a unique blend of innovative legal solutions and strategic counsel. With a commitment to excellence, Skadden has achieved numerous accolades, consistently ranking among the top law firms worldwide. Its core services encompass transactional advisory, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution, setting it apart through a client-centric approach and a deep understanding of complex legal landscapes. Skadden's impressive track record and market position underscore its reputation as a trusted advisor to leading corporations and financial institutions globally.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Skadden's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Skadden's score of 26 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Skadden's reported carbon emissions

Skadden, headquartered in the US, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the firm has established a target to achieve a 50% reduction in its carbon footprint across Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the year 2030. This commitment reflects Skadden's proactive approach to environmental sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The firm is focused on implementing strategies that will contribute to this substantial reduction, demonstrating its dedication to addressing climate change and minimising its environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Skadden's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Skadden is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Skadden is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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