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King And Wood Mallesons Sustainability Profile

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King & Wood Mallesons (KWM) is a leading international law firm headquartered in Hong Kong, with a strong presence across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America. Founded in 2012 through the merger of King & Wood and Mallesons Stephen Jaques, KWM has rapidly established itself as a key player in the legal industry, particularly in sectors such as corporate law, dispute resolution, and real estate. KWM offers a comprehensive range of services, including mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance, and intellectual property, distinguished by its deep understanding of the Asia-Pacific market. The firm is renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to client service, which has earned it numerous accolades and a solid reputation among global businesses. With a focus on cross-border transactions and a diverse client base, King & Wood Mallesons continues to solidify its position as a premier legal advisor in an increasingly interconnected world.

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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

King And Wood Mallesons's score of 23 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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King And Wood Mallesons's reported carbon emissions

King & Wood Mallesons, headquartered in Hong Kong, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. The firm targets a 52% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. This significant reduction initiative reflects the firm's commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. Currently, there is no specific emissions data available for the most recent year. However, the outlined reduction targets demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change and minimising environmental impact. King & Wood Mallesons is focused on achieving these goals through strategic initiatives and operational improvements.

How Carbon Intensive is King And Wood Mallesons's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. King And Wood Mallesons's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is King And Wood Mallesons's Location?

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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 King And Wood Mallesons is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

King And Wood Mallesons's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

King And Wood Mallesons has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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