Leading firms join climate coalition

More than 20 leading firms have joined the Net Zero Lawyers Alliance (NZLA), a coalition committed to accelerating transition to net zero emissions by 2050. Inaugral members include Baker McKenzie, Burges Salmon, Clifford Chance, Clyde & Co, DLA Piper, Eversheds Sutherland, Herbert Smith Freehills, Hogan Lovells, Mishcon de Reya, Pinsent Masons, Reed Smith, Shearman & Sterling, Slaughter and May and Taylor Wessing. The firms have committed to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 per cent by 2030 from 2019 levels and to support clients with climate objectives.