Public Profile

Slaughter And May

Slaughter and May, a prestigious law firm headquartered in London, GB, has been a cornerstone of the legal industry since its founding in 1889. Renowned for its expertise in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and dispute resolution, the firm operates primarily in the UK and internationally, serving a diverse clientele that includes major corporations and financial institutions. With a commitment to providing bespoke legal solutions, Slaughter and May distinguishes itself through its collaborative approach and deep sector knowledge. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including advising on landmark transactions and maintaining a strong reputation for excellence in client service. As a leading player in the legal market, Slaughter and May continues to uphold its legacy of integrity and innovation, making it a trusted partner for complex legal challenges.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Slaughter And May'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.

34

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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Slaughter And May's score of 34 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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Slaughter And May's reported carbon emissions

Slaughter and May, headquartered in the United Kingdom, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2018 as the baseline year. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the firm has established significant reduction targets. The firm aims to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions—encompassing Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3—by 50% by 2030. Furthermore, it has committed to a long-term target of a 90% reduction by 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Slaughter and May's commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action within the professional services sector, demonstrating leadership in sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Slaughter And May's primary industry is Other services (93), which is 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. Slaughter And May is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Slaughter And May is committed to some reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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