Eversheds Sutherland, a leading global law firm, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates across major regions including Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 2017 through the merger of Eversheds LLP and Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP, the firm has quickly established itself in the legal industry, focusing on sectors such as corporate law, employment, real estate, and dispute resolution. With a commitment to delivering innovative legal solutions, Eversheds Sutherland offers a unique blend of local expertise and international reach. The firm is recognised for its client-centric approach, providing tailored services that address complex legal challenges. Notable achievements include consistently ranking among the top law firms globally, reflecting its strong market position and reputation for excellence in service delivery.
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In 2023, Eversheds Sutherland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,558,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 38,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,137,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 8,558,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes business travel (about 1,857,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 867,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (around 5,113,000 kg CO2e). Eversheds Sutherland has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its overall emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target encompasses all scopes (1, 2, and 3). Additionally, the firm is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. The firm also aims for net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The firm’s reduction initiatives include a commitment to submit new near-term targets to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. These targets are part of a broader strategy to engage with their supply chain to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Eversheds Sutherland's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 54,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,411,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | 11,639,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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