Osborne Clarke
Osborne Clarke, a leading international law firm, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates across key regions including Europe, Asia, and the United States. Founded in 1748, the firm has established a strong reputation in sectors such as technology, media, and telecommunications, as well as real estate and energy. Osborne Clarke is renowned for its innovative approach to legal services, offering a unique blend of sector expertise and commercial insight. The firm’s commitment to understanding client needs has positioned it as a trusted advisor in complex legal matters. With a focus on digital transformation and sustainability, Osborne Clarke continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a forward-thinking leader in the legal industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Osborne Clarke'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Osborne Clarke's score of 38 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Osborne Clarke's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Osborne Clarke reported total carbon emissions of approximately 120,000 kg CO2e in the Netherlands, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 93,000 kg CO2e. This included 59,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting and 25,000 kg CO2e from business travel. The firm has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040, using FY2020 as the baseline year. Osborne Clarke has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 3 emissions by 50% by FY2030. Specifically, they plan to cut Scope 1 emissions, which include stationary combustion, by half from their FY2020 levels. Additionally, they are committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through FY2030. Long-term, the firm aims for a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by FY2040. In summary, Osborne Clarke is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, with clear targets and a commitment to sustainability, reflecting a strong alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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