Loyens & Loeff N.V.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2024)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:1,670,000 kgCO2e
ESG Focus Areas
- Youth & Education
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Environmental Sustainability
- Community Support
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions from 2.74 million kgCO2e in 2019 to 1.67 million kgCO2e in 2022.
- Amsterdam office is one of the most sustainable buildings in the Netherlands (BREEAM certified).
- Participation in Green Business Club initiatives to switch off unnecessary lights in offices.
Social Achievements
- 609.3 hours of pro bono work.
- €247,902 in donations to youth and education initiatives.
- Established a firmwide ESG focus group.
- Launched a “Fly on the wall” initiative to reduce unconscious biases.
- Support for Bridges Network to increase diversity in the legal profession.
- Participation in various youth and education programs (IMC Weekend School, JINC, Right to Play, etc.).
- Established a Young Board to engage younger professionals.
Governance Achievements
- Award of ESR sustainability label to Luxembourg office.
- Established a Matter Acceptance Committee (MAC) to assess client suitability.
- Implementation of leadership development programs.
- Development of ESG advisory services for clients.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- CSRD compliant integrated report in 2025.
Medium-term Goals:
- Full ESG report in 2024, completing essential building blocks for CSRD.
Short-term Goals:
- Full assessment and description of CSRD policy in 2023.
Environmental Challenges
- Global geopolitical turmoil impacting economic outlook.
- Climate change and environmental degradation.
- Meeting gender diversity targets (17.6% female partners).
Mitigation Strategies
- Continued building on solid foundation of CSR actions and initiatives.
- Implementation of firmwide ESG focus group to better assist clients on ESG matters.
- Setting realistic goals for emission reduction and implementing small actions.
- Commitment to data and measurable actions to improve diversity and inclusion.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Favoring local suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 4.1
- 4.6
- 4.7
- 5.1
- 5.2
- 16.2
- 16.3
- 17.16
- 17.17
The report highlights Loyens & Loeff's contributions to various UN SDGs through its CSR initiatives, particularly in youth and education, diversity and inclusion, and community support.
Awards & Recognition
- ESR Label (Luxembourg office)