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Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation
US
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Burford Capital

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Burford Capital, a leading provider of finance and risk management solutions for the legal industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2009, the company has established itself as a pioneer in litigation finance, offering innovative funding solutions that empower law firms and clients to pursue meritorious claims without the burden of upfront costs. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America and Europe, Burford Capital focuses on providing capital for litigation, arbitration, and other legal proceedings. Its unique approach combines deep legal expertise with financial acumen, enabling clients to unlock the value of their legal assets. Recognised for its market leadership, Burford Capital has achieved significant milestones, including a robust portfolio of successful investments and a reputation for delivering exceptional returns. As the litigation finance industry continues to evolve, Burford remains at the forefront, driving growth and innovation.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Burford Capital'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.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Burford Capital's score of 25 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Burford Capital's reported carbon emissions

Burford Capital, headquartered in the US, has not disclosed specific carbon emissions data for the years 2020 and 2021, indicating a lack of reported Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. The absence of emissions figures suggests that the company has not yet established a comprehensive framework for tracking its carbon footprint. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Burford Capital has not set any publicly available reduction targets or climate pledges. This indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy, as many companies in the financial sector are increasingly committing to measurable climate action. As of now, Burford Capital's climate commitments remain unclear, and the company may benefit from adopting industry-standard practices for emissions reporting and reduction initiatives. This would not only enhance transparency but also align with the growing expectations from stakeholders regarding corporate responsibility in addressing climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Burford Capital's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), 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 Burford Capital is in US, which has a high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Burford Capital is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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