Public Profile

Ashurst

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ashurst'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.

28

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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Ashurst's score of 28 is higher than 72% 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

As of the latest available data, Ashurst has not reported specific carbon emissions figures. However, the firm has made significant climate commitments aimed at reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Ashurst is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. In the near term, Ashurst has set ambitious targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, the firm aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions from business travel by 42% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Ashurst plans to ensure that 85% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by FY2029. For the long term, Ashurst has committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FY2050, again using FY2023 as the baseline. These targets align with the science-based targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Ashurst's dedication to addressing climate change within the professional services sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ashurst'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. Ashurst is headquartered in GB, 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.

Ashurst 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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