The combination of dedicated in-house Esg expertise and broad-based responsibility for Esg matters across investment teams is essential. Carlyle has a dedicated team of internal Esg professionals led by Carlyle Global Head of Impact, who reports directly to the firm Coo. These professionals work closely with our deal teams and Global Legal Investment team to explore potential investments and create customized value creation plans. Furthermore, we work closely with investors and broader stakeholders to promote industry learning and best practice.