How To Make Your Law Firm More Sustainable

Julie Starr • December 16, 2021



IBISWorld research reveals that there are about 443,558 law firms in the US as of 2021. Your law firm undoubtedly does enough good for several people, but you can extend this help to the environment as well. Sustainability movements are increasing in popularity in the US and beyond due to the worsening menace of climate change. Therefore, it would be best to consider making your organization more sustainable to do your part for the environment. Here are some tips on how your law firm can make an ecological difference. 

  • Offer remote working opportunities

The possibility of remote working in your law firm largely rests on your specific practice area(s) and what a normal day at the office looks like for you. However, most law firms, including yours, will likely be able to work remotely. Modern technology has made it possible to finish most of your legal work remotely and offer top-notch client experiences despite not being in the office. Therefore, consider permitting remote working in your firm to help the environment. Remote working ensures less carbon dioxide emissions due to fewer vehicles on the road. Also, you will spend less money lighting and heating your office space, a win-win for your firm and the environment. Besides, remote working offers work-life flexibility, so offering it to your lawyers can make them more productive and satisfied.

  • Go digital

The stereotype of a law firm piled high with papers is hard to shake off due to the legal industry’s well-known dependence on paper. Indeed, there are numerous case files, last wills and testaments, business agreements, affidavits, and contracts in many law firms. However, research reveals that the average lawyer generates up to 100,000 pages annually, so it is crucial to saving the environment digitally. You can start by not printing out the paperwork you aren’t required by law to provide as hard copies. Also, invest in digital databases and other software necessary to start a service business like a law firm to reduce your paper trail.

  • Provide incentives for greener commutes

It is estimated that the average passenger vehicle reportedly produces about 4.6 metric tons of carbon emissions yearly. Consequently, driving to work daily is one of the worst things anyone can do to the environment. Sadly, many lawyers navigate tight schedules which require them to take their cars almost everywhere. Still, your law firm can provide incentive programs to staff who use more sustainable modes of transport like cycling, public transportation, carpooling, and walking. Similarly, you can reimburse your staff directly for fuel used in carpooling and public transport fares to incentivize them to commute more sustainably.

  • Reduce, reuse, recycle

The three Rs of waste management still convey the best green advice you can get, so it is vital to implement these strategies in your law firm to promote sustainability. For starters, offer recycling bins in shared office spaces and at your employee’s desks and educate them on proper recycling practices. Furthermore, encourage your employees to use real cups, plates, and utensils instead of disposables for the best results.

 

Can AI Support Environmental Sustainability? 5 Ways It's Already Making an Impact

By Julie Starr • May 12, 2025
As conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) evolve from hype to implementation, many sustainability professionals are beginning to ask: Can AI actually support environmental goals—or is it just another tech distraction? At Taiga Company, we believe this is exactly the right kind of question. New tools should be approached with thoughtful inquiry and grounded optimism. While there’s plenty of noise in the AI space, we’re also seeing early signals that AI, when applied responsibly, may offer significant benefits in advancing sustainability strategies. Below are five science-backed ways AI is already being used to support environmental sustainability—with links to explore the data behind each. 1. Optimizing Energy Use and Efficiency AI can analyze and forecast energy needs, detect inefficiencies in real time, and automate building and grid-level energy decisions. Google, for example, used DeepMind’s AI to reduce the energy used for cooling its data centers by 40% —a significant operational and environmental win. 2. Enhancing Climate Modeling and Prediction AI improves the accuracy and speed of climate models by processing vast datasets (like satellite data and atmospheric readings) faster than traditional tools. This can help scientists and policymakers better anticipate extreme weather, sea level rise, and other climate-related risks. 3. Enabling Smarter Agriculture and Resource Use In agriculture , AI supports precision farming—using data to guide decisions around water use, fertilizers, and pest management. These tools can reduce resource consumption and emissions while supporting food security. 4. Accelerating Circular Economy and Waste Reduction AI is being used to automate waste sorting, track materials through supply chains, and improve transparency around recycling and reuse. These innovations support circular economy goals and help reduce landfill and emissions. 5. Monitoring Ecosystems and Biodiversity AI-powered sensors, drones, and satellites can track deforestation, monitor endangered species, and even detect illegal activity in protected areas—helping conservation efforts scale more efficiently. What This Means for Corporate Sustainability For corporate sustainability leaders, these examples show that AI is not a magic solution—but it might be a valuable tool in the toolkit. Like any technology, its value depends on how it’s implemented, what data it's trained on, and whether it’s integrated with strategic goals. This is where communications plays a vital role. At Taiga Company, we help organizations articulate how technologies like AI fit into their broader environmental and business commitments. Whether through thought leadership, stakeholder education, reporting language, or digital engagement, our communications support helps make new tools understandable, actionable, and credible. We focus on: – Translating complex innovation into clear, values-aligned messaging – Engaging internal and external stakeholders on their learning journey – Showcasing measurable impact while aligning with evolving standards and frameworks – Sharing best practices in a way that encourages collaboration and informed adoption AI is not just a technology story—it’s a communication opportunity. It invites sustainability leaders to educate, inspire, and engage stakeholders around how they are navigating this next chapter.

What You Call It vs. What You Do: Communicating Impact Beyond ESG Labels

By Julie Starr • May 5, 2025
As the world continues to prioritize environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals, a new technological movement is quietly reshaping how companies communicate their sustainability efforts: Web3. Web3—the next evolution of the internet built on decentralized technologies like blockchain—offers powerful new tools for ESG storytelling. At Taiga Company, we believe Web3 represents a transformational opportunity to enhance digital transparency, expand decentralized sustainability initiatives, and bring fresh credibility to corporate ESG communications. Web3 Unlocks Digital Transparency for ESG In an era where stakeholders expect greater accountability, Web3 provides an immutable, verifiable way to share ESG metrics. Blockchain technology enables companies to record sustainability data—such as carbon tracking, water usage, or supply chain emissions—directly on decentralized ledgers. This creates a new level of digital transparency that can bolster trust with investors, customers, and regulators. At Taiga Company, we help businesses translate these complex technical capabilities into clear, accessible communications. Our services bridge the gap between advanced Web3 solutions and everyday ESG storytelling , making decentralized reporting meaningful to broader audiences. Decentralized Sustainability and Regenerative Finance (ReFi) Beyond transparency, Web3 is giving rise to decentralized sustainability models. Projects in regenerative finance (ReFi) are using blockchain tools to incentivize environmental restoration, carbon sequestration, and climate-positive activities. These initiatives align with emerging ESG expectations that go beyond ‘do no harm’ and focus on regenerative impact. We work with companies to integrate these new paradigms into their sustainability narratives—highlighting how innovative approaches like ReFi contribute to broader environmental goals, align with ESG criteria, and showcase leadership in a rapidly changing landscape. A New Era for ESG Storytelling Traditional ESG reports often feel static, data-heavy, and disconnected from stakeholders. Web3 offers a dynamic, participatory model where audiences can engage with real-time sustainability data, track progress directly, and even contribute to decentralized initiatives. Our services specialize in creating communications that reflect this evolution. By combining our expertise in sustainability strategy with a growing understanding of Web3 trends, we help organizations: Translate decentralized sustainability efforts into compelling, credible stories Align carbon tracking and digital transparency initiatives with stakeholder expectations Position ESG leadership within the emerging Web3 economy The Path Forward Web3 won't replace traditional ESG frameworks, but it will significantly enhance them. Companies that start integrating decentralized transparency, carbon tracking, and regenerative finance into their sustainability communications today will be better positioned for tomorrow's expectations.  Ready to evolve your ESG communications for the Web3 era? Let's connect.