Public Profile

Akin Gump

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, commonly known as Akin Gump, is a prominent international law firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 1945, the firm has grown to become a leader in various sectors, including energy, healthcare, and public law, with significant operations across major regions such as Washington, D.C., Texas, and London. Akin Gump is renowned for its comprehensive legal services, particularly in regulatory, litigation, and transactional matters. The firm’s unique approach combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to client service, positioning it as a trusted advisor in complex legal landscapes. With a strong reputation for advocacy and strategic counsel, Akin Gump has achieved notable accolades, solidifying its status as a key player in the global legal market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Akin Gump'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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

Akin Gump's score of 8 is lower than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Akin Gump's reported carbon emissions

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, headquartered in the United States, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the firm has established clear reduction targets based on a 2022 baseline. The company commits to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by the year 2030. Additionally, Akin Gump aims to achieve a 25% reduction in its absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the firm's commitment to addressing climate change through measurable and actionable goals. By focusing on both direct emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and indirect emissions (Scope 3), Akin Gump is taking a comprehensive approach to its climate strategy, demonstrating leadership in the specialised consumer services sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Akin Gump's primary industry is Other services (93), which is 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. Akin Gump is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Akin Gump is committed to some 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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