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Sustainability is now a crucial factor influencing a fund’s holistic approach to generating higher returns. The primary emphasis has been on generating value while also adhering to regulatory standards. Investor and Limited Partners pressure is compelling Private Equity (PE) firms to integrate ESG principles into their strategies. Portfolio companies are also benefitting through the incorporation of ESG strategies provided by, and supported by, PE funds.

Benefits of having an ESG and Sustainability Capability / Team:

  • Enhanced brand recognition
  • Mitigating risks
  • Competitive advantage in the market
  • Creating new opportunities
  • Attracting investors
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Cost savings
  • Higher ROI and PE exit

Key ESG pillars:

Key ESG Pillars: Environmental, Social, Human Capital, Supply Chain, Governance

Services:

Investors

  • Team Build – we assist you with devising the best strategy to grow your ESG/ sustainability team over time in alignment with the wider firm’s strategy
  • Individual – hiring for a specific role at any given time
  • Consulting / Advisory – talent mapping and compensation reports

 

Portfolio Companies

  • Senior Management and Executive
  • Board Membership

Role categories:

  • ESG
  • Sustainable finance
  • Climate change
  • Nature-based solutions and biodiversity
  • Impact
  • Regulatory and compliance

A few of our clients

Key successes:

  • Director ESG – Asset Management Firm
  • VP ESG, Real Assets – Infrastructure Fund
  • Senior Principal Sustainability Investments – Infrastructure Fund
  • Head of ESG – Private Equity Fund
  • VP ESG Data Management – Infrastructure Fund
  • Infrastructure ESG Lead – Infrastructure Fund
  • ESG Senior Associate – Infrastructure Fund

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