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Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance LLP, a leading global law firm, is headquartered in London, GB, and operates across major financial centres including New York, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt. Founded in 1987 through the merger of Clifford Turner and Coward Chance, the firm has established itself as a powerhouse in the legal industry, particularly in areas such as corporate law, banking and finance, and dispute resolution. With a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services, Clifford Chance offers a unique blend of local expertise and international reach, making it a preferred choice for clients navigating complex legal landscapes. The firm is renowned for its innovative approach and has achieved notable accolades, solidifying its position among the top law firms globally. Its dedication to excellence and client service continues to drive its success in an ever-evolving market.

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88

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Clifford Chance's score of 88 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Clifford Chance's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Clifford Chance reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,034,000 kg CO2e. This includes 785,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,274,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 51,976,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In comparison, their 2023 emissions were about 98,851,110 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 739,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,154,070 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 94,958,040 kg CO2e. Clifford Chance has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a net-zero target by 2050. They plan to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 80% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline, and to cut Scope 3 emissions by 47% within the same timeframe. Their long-term goal includes a 90% reduction in all scopes by FY2050. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and align with a 1.5-degree pathway, demonstrating their commitment to addressing climate change effectively.

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Scope 1
1,304,000
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Scope 2
3,869,000
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Scope 3
126,521,360
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Clifford Chance's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Clifford Chance 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
Reduction Actions

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