White & Case
White & Case LLP, a leading global law firm headquartered in the United States, has established a formidable presence in key markets across Europe, Asia, and the Americas since its founding in 1901. Renowned for its expertise in international law, the firm excels in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance, and dispute resolution. With a commitment to delivering innovative legal solutions, White & Case distinguishes itself through its deep industry knowledge and a collaborative approach that spans borders. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including recognition as a top-tier firm in various legal rankings, reflecting its strong market position and reputation for excellence. As a trusted advisor to clients worldwide, White & Case continues to shape the legal landscape with its comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the evolving needs of businesses in a dynamic global environment.
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White & Case's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, White & Case reported total carbon emissions of approximately 126,099,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,236,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 120,643,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (70,076,000 kg CO2e), business travel (9,835,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (4,703,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the firm’s total emissions were about 133,935,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2022 were 1,203,000 kg CO2e and 3,947,000 kg CO2e, respectively, while Scope 3 emissions were approximately 128,785,000 kg CO2e. White & Case has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the firm has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2032, using 2022 as the base year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, White & Case is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its climate commitments and performance.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,572,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,884,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,852,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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