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Bird And Bird Sustainability Profile

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Bird & Bird LLP, commonly referred to as Bird & Bird, is a leading international law firm headquartered in London, GB. Established in 1846, the firm has grown to become a prominent player in the legal industry, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Specialising in sectors such as technology, media, and telecommunications, Bird & Bird offers a comprehensive range of services, including corporate law, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. Their unique approach combines deep industry knowledge with innovative legal solutions, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a reputation for excellence, Bird & Bird has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex legal landscapes. The firm’s commitment to understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions has earned it a distinguished place among global law firms.

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64

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Bird And Bird's score of 64 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bird And Bird's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Bird & Bird reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,665,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 512,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,753,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 23,190,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by FY2032 and by 90% by FY2040, using FY2023 as the base year. Additionally, Bird & Bird is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50.4% by FY2032 and by 90% by FY2040. Bird & Bird has also pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The organization is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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20242025
Scope 1
576,000
000,000
Scope 2
1,921,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
22,692,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Bird And Bird's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bird And Bird's primary industry is Other Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Bird And Bird's Location?

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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 Bird And Bird is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Bird And Bird's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Bird And Bird's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 2% since 2024, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 45% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
45%
Business Travel
29%
Capital Goods
10%
Employee Commuting
9%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Investments
<1%

Bird And Bird's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Bird And Bird has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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