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Linklaters

Linklaters LLP, a leading global law firm headquartered in London, GB, has established itself as a prominent player in the legal industry since its founding in 1838. With a strong presence across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, Linklaters offers a comprehensive range of services, including corporate law, finance, and dispute resolution. Renowned for its expertise in complex transactions and regulatory matters, Linklaters provides innovative solutions tailored to meet the needs of its clients. The firm’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its numerous accolades and its position as a trusted advisor to some of the world’s largest corporations and financial institutions. With a focus on delivering high-quality legal services, Linklaters continues to shape the future of the legal landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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63

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Linklaters's score of 63 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Linklaters's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Linklaters reported total carbon emissions of approximately 76,829,200 kg CO2e. This includes 1,467,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,203,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 74,158,800 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the value chain such as business travel and purchased goods and services. Linklaters has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets have been approved by the Science-based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and align with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Linklaters is committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050, also based on their 2018/19 emissions levels. These initiatives reflect Linklaters's dedication to sustainability and responsible business practices within the professional services sector, as they work towards significant emissions reductions in the coming years.

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20232024
Scope 1
1,298,600
0,000,000
Scope 2
2,181,300
0,000,000
Scope 3
66,351,500
00,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Linklaters'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 Linklaters is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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