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Linklaters Sustainability Profile

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Linklaters LLP, a leading global law firm headquartered in London, GB, has established itself as a prominent player in the legal industry since its founding in 1838. With a strong presence across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, Linklaters offers a comprehensive range of services, including corporate law, finance, and dispute resolution. Renowned for its expertise in complex transactions and regulatory matters, Linklaters provides innovative solutions tailored to meet the needs of its clients. The firm’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its numerous accolades and its position as a trusted advisor to some of the world’s largest corporations and financial institutions. With a focus on delivering high-quality legal services, Linklaters continues to shape the future of the legal landscape.

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66

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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Linklaters's score of 66 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Linklaters's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Linklaters reported total carbon emissions of approximately 76,829,200 kg CO2e, with a breakdown of 1,467,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,203,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 74,158,800 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents an increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 69,217,200 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,298,600 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,181,300 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 66,351,500 kg CO2e. Linklaters has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, they target a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets have been approved by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and are aligned with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The firm is also committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, further reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action.

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20232024
Scope 1
1,298,600
0,000,000
Scope 2
2,181,300
0,000,000
Scope 3
66,351,500
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Linklaters's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Linklaters's primary industry is Other Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Linklaters's Location?

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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 Linklaters is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Linklaters's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Linklaters's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and increased by approximately 12% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
53%
Business Travel
18%
Capital Goods
18%
Employee Commuting
9%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Linklaters's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Linklaters has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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