Bates Wells
Bates Wells, a prominent UK-based law firm, is headquartered in London and serves clients across Great Britain. Founded in 1970, the firm has established itself as a leader in the legal sector, particularly in areas such as charity law, social enterprise, and public law. With a commitment to social impact, Bates Wells offers a unique blend of legal services that cater to the needs of not-for-profit organisations, businesses, and public sector entities. Their expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments sets them apart in the industry. Recognised for their innovative approach, Bates Wells has received numerous accolades, solidifying their position as a trusted advisor in the legal landscape. Their dedication to client service and social responsibility continues to drive their success and influence in the market.
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Bates Wells's score of 14 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bates Wells's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Bates Wells reported total carbon emissions of approximately 61,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 11,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, which includes 2,900,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 9,000,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. This reflects a reduction from 2020, where emissions were about 76,500,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 27,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Bates Wells has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the firm is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a target to reduce total emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by the same year. These targets have been validated under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 76,500,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,800,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,300,000 | 00,000,000 |
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