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Williams The Jewellers Sustainability Actions

Moved into a greener office

In May 2022, Williams & Connolly moved into a new office at 680 Maine Avenue SW that was built with sustainability in mind. The building is LEED Gold certified, which means it met a high standard for environmentally friendly design and operation. The office includes vacancy sensors so lights do not stay on in empty rooms, daylight controls that dim lights when there is enough sunlight, electric vehicle charging spaces, and secure bike storage. These features are meant to cut energy use and lower the firm’s carbon footprint.

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Cut waste in daily operations

The firm has put recycling bins throughout its offices and uses filtered water and seltzer taps to reduce the need for plastic bottles. It also installed refill stations across the building, including in the gym and conference areas. Its letterhead and envelopes are made from 25% recycled paper, and it encourages digital letterhead to reduce paper use. When office supplies or furniture are no longer needed, the firm donates them instead of throwing them away.

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Supports local environmental groups

Williams & Connolly says it works with community groups to support environmental projects in Washington, D.C. Employees volunteer with City Blossoms, a nonprofit that helps rebuild community gardens in Shaw and Anacostia. The firm also holds work days with the Anacostia Watershed Society, which protects and restores the Anacostia River by cleaning wetlands and collecting seeds for planting. These activities link the firm’s community work with local nature and green space.

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Uses ESG reporting platforms

The firm takes part in several ESG reporting platforms, including EcoVadis, CDP, and the Science Based Targets initiative. SBTi approved its near-term emissions targets in November 2025. The firm says it will cut absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by 2035 from a 2023 base year, and reduce scope 3 emissions by 37.5% over the same period. Scope 1 and 2 cover direct emissions and purchased energy, while scope 3 covers other emissions in the value chain.

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