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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, commonly known as Freshfields, is a leading international law firm headquartered in London, GB. Established in 1743, it has evolved into a prominent player in the legal industry, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America. The firm specialises in various sectors, including corporate law, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters, offering a comprehensive range of services that cater to multinational corporations and financial institutions. Freshfields is renowned for its innovative approach to complex legal challenges, making it a trusted advisor in high-stakes transactions and litigation. With a legacy of excellence, Freshfields has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as one of the top law firms globally. Its commitment to client service and legal expertise continues to set it apart in a competitive market.

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How does Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer'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.

60

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer's score of 60 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,533,380 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 543,870 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,714,120 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 15,953,380 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 12,308,310 kg CO2e for Scope 3, alongside 583,250 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 2,334,020 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based). Freshfields has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 95% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by FY2050, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, they target a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Near-term goals include a 55.3% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2027, and a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, as well as a 35% reduction in emissions from business travel, both by FY2027. The firm is also committed to increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 42.6% in FY2019 to 100% by FY2030. Furthermore, they aim for 62.3% of their suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by FY2027. Freshfields has pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer's primary industry is Other services (93), 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 Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is participating in some 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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