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DLA Piper International LLP, a leading global law firm, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 2005 through the merger of several prominent firms, DLA Piper has rapidly established itself in the "Other business services" sector, specifically within legal services.
The firm offers a comprehensive range of services, including corporate law, litigation, and regulatory advice, distinguished by its commitment to client-centric solutions and innovative legal strategies. DLA Piper's market position is bolstered by its extensive network of offices and a diverse team of legal professionals, enabling it to serve clients across various industries effectively. Notable achievements include recognition as one of the largest law firms globally, reflecting its significant influence and expertise in the legal landscape.
+43 vs industry average
DLA Piper International LLP’s score of 96 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
All Other Legal Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The All Other Legal Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
DLA Piper International LLP, a UK-based legal services firm, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,323,000 kg CO2e for 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 850,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of 1,920,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 54,553,000 kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services at 21,615,000 kg CO2e, business travel at 14,728,000 kg CO2e, and capital goods at 10,545,000 kg CO2e.
Looking back, DLA Piper International LLP's total emissions were approximately 51,714,000 kg CO2e in 2024, 78,131,000 kg CO2e in 2023, 73,855,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 88,181,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 88,108,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The firm has comprehensive Scope 1, 2, and 3 data available for 2025, 2024, and 2020. For 2023, 2022, and 2021, the available data primarily covers Scope 3 emissions, with limited Scope 1 and 2 information provided.
DLA Piper International LLP has set ambitious climate commitments, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The firm aims to achieve Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. This includes a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year. For the long-term, the firm is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year.
2040
90% reduction in all scopes
DLA Piper International commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year.
2030
50% reduction in all scopes
DLA Piper International commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
2040
DLA Piper International commits to reach net-zero greenhouse…
DLA Piper International commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2040.
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Data year: 2025
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