Dentons, officially known as Dentons UK and Middle East LLP, is a leading global law firm headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2013 through a merger of several prominent legal practices, Dentons has rapidly expanded its footprint across major operational regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America. Specialising in a wide array of legal services, Dentons excels in areas such as corporate law, litigation, real estate, and intellectual property. Its unique polycentric approach allows the firm to deliver tailored solutions that meet the diverse needs of clients worldwide. Recognised for its innovative practices and commitment to client service, Dentons consistently ranks among the top law firms globally, solidifying its position as a trusted advisor in the legal industry.
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In 2025, Dentons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,860,000 kg CO2e, comprising 300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 8,060,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions from 2024, where total emissions were about 8,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 325,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 550,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 8,500,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the total emissions were around 8,416,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 350,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 600,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 8,416,900 kg CO2e. Dentons has set a long-term commitment to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, starting from 2022. This commitment includes a comprehensive carbon reduction plan that addresses emissions from all operational areas. The firm is actively working towards this target, although specific percentage reduction goals have not been disclosed. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Dentons Europe (London) Limited independently reports its carbon footprint. The firm continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact while adhering to industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 374,760 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 655,200 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,336,940 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Dentons has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
