Annual Report and Financial Statements

The report describes Freshfields' global carbon footprint across Scope 1, Scope 2, and applicable Scope 3 categories, including the first verification of all purchased goods and services in 2023/24. It reports near-term targets including a 55% reduction in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2027 and 100% renewable electricity by 2030. Climate oversight involves reporting from the Global Leadership Team to the Board, while the Executive Committee endorses the Firm's approach to climate-related risks, targets, and environmental matters.