“We believe that value creation and sustainable development are complementary goals. Throughout our operations, we are committed to practices that have a positive impact on the communities in which we operate.”
Responsibility

Our 2020 ESG Report
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ESG at Brookfield
At Brookfield, sound ESG practices are integral to building resilient businesses and creating long-term value for our investors and other stakeholders.
OUR GUIDING ESG PRINCIPLES
Mitigate the impact of our operations on the environment
Strive to minimize the environmental impact of our operations and improve our efficient use of resources over time.
Support the goal of net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 or sooner.
Ensure the well-being and safety of employees
Foster a positive work environment based on respect for human rights, valuing diversity, and zero tolerance for workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.
Operate with leading health and safety practices to support the goal of zero serious safety incidents.
Uphold strong governance practices
Operate to the highest ethical standards by conducting business activities in accordance with our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
Maintain strong stakeholder relationships through transparency and active engagement.
Be good corporate citizens
Ensure the interests, safety and well-being of the communities in which we operate are integrated into our business decisions.
Support philanthropy and volunteerism by our employees.
Our Net Zero Commitment
We support the goal of net zero greenhouse gas (‘GHG’) emissions by 2050.
Frameworks and Memberships
In support of advancing our ESG efforts, we align and engage with leading sustainability organizations and frameworks.
Integrating ESG Considerations Into Our Investment Process
ESG is embedded throughout our investment process, starting with the initial due diligence through to the exit of the investment. Below is a summary of how we integrate ESG factors.
Due Diligence
We tailor ESG due diligence to each investment and follow a structured approach, leveraging relevant industry frameworks.
- Proactively identify material ESG risks and opportunities relevant to the potential investment
- Leverage our investment and operating expertise and utilize industry-specific guidelines that incorporate SASB guidance
- Perform deeper due diligence if required, utilizing internal experts and third-party consultants as needed
Investment Committee Approval
All potential investments must incorporate ESG matters into their evaluation and be approved by the Investment Committee.
- Investment teams provide the Committee with a detailed memorandum
- The Investment Committee memorandum outlines the merits of the transaction and material risks, mitigants and significant opportunities for improvement, including those related to ESG
- Material ESG factors may include bribery and corruption risks, health and safety risks and environmental and social risks
Ongoing Management
Upon company acquisition, we create a tailored integration plan and ensure ESG risks and opportunities are actively managed.
- As part of each acquisition, investment teams create tailored integration plans that include material ESG-related matters for review or execution
- Brookfield actively looks to advance ESG initiatives and improve ESG performance to drive long-term value creation, as well as to manage any associated risks
- It is the responsibility of the management teams within each portfolio company to manage ESG risks and opportunities through the investment’s life cycle, supported by the investment team responsible for the investment
Exit
- As part of our divestiture plan, we prepare robust business plans outlining potential value creation from several different factors, including ESG considerations
- We also prepare both qualitative and quantitative data that summarize the ESG performance of the investment and provide a holistic understanding of how Brookfield has managed the investment during the holding period
Diversity & Inclusion
A focus on diversity and inclusion reinforces our culture of collaboration and strengthens our ability to develop our people and maintain an engaged workforce who are focused on creating value for our investors.