WHAT ESG MEANS TO US
We care about the world we live in and the world we leave behind. Doing what is right has been instilled in our DNA from our establishment. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) actions extend beyond our professional settings and are reflected in our values and daily lives.
Enviromental
We aim to reduce our carbon footprint in daily operations and offset emissions that cannot be avoided or reduced.
Social
Fostering an inclusive environment in the workplace and supporting the ones doing good for the society.
Governance
Being considerate of our society and environment is a part of how we do business and our sustainable investing practices reflect that.
Conscious travelling
We encourage low-emission travel for daily commuting and local meetings. For travel between cities or countries, we prioritize rail and only fly where distance or practical requirements make it necessary. We also seek to replace travel with virtual meetings where appropriate.
Equal opportunities
We are committed to gender diversity and aim for a balanced representation within the A&D team, as well as among the companies we invest in.
Team-wide ESG agenda and responsible investing
A&D has a clear ESG Policy that guides our decisions and ways of working. We track our investee companies’ ESG efforts and progress annually, supporting them on their journey toward more sustainable operations.
Offsetting carbon footprint
We offset our remaining carbon footprint via a certified external provider.
Giving back
Every year we allocate a share of our budget to charities and engage with organisations driving strong social impact.
Cybersecurity and
data protection
We prioritize cybersecurity and the protection of sensitive information, and we work continuously to raise awareness and preparedness around these questions within the team and across the A&D family.
