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Ashurst

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Ashurst LLP, a leading international law firm, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates across major regions including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America. Founded in 1822, Ashurst has established itself as a key player in the legal industry, specialising in sectors such as banking and finance, corporate law, and real estate. The firm is renowned for its comprehensive range of services, including mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, and regulatory advice, which are distinguished by their client-centric approach and deep industry knowledge. Ashurst's commitment to innovation and excellence has earned it a prominent market position, with notable achievements in various legal rankings and awards. With a strong focus on delivering tailored solutions, Ashurst continues to support clients in navigating complex legal landscapes, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

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82

Industry Average

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Ashurst's score of 82 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ashurst's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Ashurst reported total carbon emissions of approximately 41,647,680 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 736,660 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,495,170 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 39,896,410 kg CO2e. In 2023, the firm’s total emissions were about 42,345,220 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in 2024. Ashurst has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by the financial year 2030, using 2023 as the baseline. Furthermore, the firm has committed to a long-term target of achieving a 90% reduction in absolute GHG emissions across all scopes by 2050, also based on 2023 levels. Additionally, Ashurst is dedicated to reaching net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure they are consistent with the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C pathway. This includes a near-term goal to reduce Scope 3 emissions from business travel by 42% by 2030 and ensuring that 85% of its suppliers covering purchased goods and services have science-based targets by 2029. These commitments reflect Ashurst's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the professional services sector.

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202220232024
Scope 1
17,620
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000,000
Scope 2
2,681,530
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Scope 3
27,160,840
00,000,000
00,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ashurst's primary industry is Other services (93), 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. This request for Ashurst is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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