Public Profile

Burford Capital

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.

23

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Burford Capital's score of 23 is lower than 79% 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, as indicated by the absence of reported emissions figures. Consequently, there are no available details regarding their Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. Despite the lack of quantitative emissions data, Burford Capital has not outlined any formal reduction targets or climate commitments in the information provided. This suggests that while the company may be aware of the importance of climate action, specific initiatives or pledges to reduce carbon emissions have not been publicly documented. In the context of the industry, it is increasingly vital for companies to establish clear climate commitments and reduction strategies to align with global sustainability goals. As such, Burford Capital may need to consider developing and communicating its climate strategy to enhance transparency and accountability in its environmental impact.

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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. Burford Capital is headquartered in US, 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.

Burford Capital is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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