MinterEllison understands that to reach the global decarbonisation targets set out under the Paris Agreement the global economy needs to transition to Net Zero Greenhouse Gas emissions before 2050, catalysed by significant emissions reductions in the short-to-medium term.

We are committed to transitioning our own operations, and in consultation with the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi) the firm's targets to reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 2030 have been validated by SBTi. This builds on the firm's work over the last five years to reduce operational emissions including achieving our interim target for all offices to operate on renewable energy where available by 2025 and holding three Climate Active Certifications (Carbon Neutral Organisation) 2022-24. We also undertook detailed net zero modelling with the support of specialist advisors.

We understand that achieving our SBTi targets will continue to require significant changes to operational 'business as usual'. We will review and refresh our emissions reductions program annually, measure our material emissions sources, analyse and prioritise opportunities for emissions reduction, and assess, validate and report on our progress.

This commitment is aligned with our Responsible Business Statement and ensures that in all aspects of our operations MinterEllison focuses on sound environmental practices, minimising our use of resources where possible and maximising our re-use of resources. We are committed to continually measuring our impact on the environment working with specialist advisors.

MinterEllison is recognised for its leadership in advising clients on climate change and the transition to a low-carbon economy. We continue to use our leading expertise in this area to support our clients across all industries in that transition.