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ArticleThe integration of ESG issues in M&A transactions
From June – October 2012 PwC conducted a survey on behalf of PRI, which assessed trade buyers’ attitudes to evaluating ESG risks and opportunities in their M&A activities. The survey consisted of 16 interviews with corporate buyers from a range of sectors and involved a discussion around the following key ...
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Technical guide
General considerations for limited partners
The effectiveness of an LP’s investment decision-making and responsible investment policy will depend on a range of internal and external parties.
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Technical guide
A limited partner's guide to responsible investment in private equity
While ownership structures and governance differ between public and private equity, any institutional investor that has integrated ESG into its public equities has the skills to do so in private equity as well.
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Technical guide
Pre-investment stage guidance for limited partners
Before investing in a fund, an LP should assess the degree to which a GP has the policies, systems and resources needed to integrate ESG considerations into its investment decisions and ownership activities.
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Technical guide
Post-investment stage guidance for limited partners
Post-investment, an LP should focus on monitoring how a GP integrates ESG issues into its investment decisions and ownership activities, and engaging with a GP on specific areas for improvement or concern.
