At Esla Asset Solutions, we believe in shaping a better tomorrow through responsible investing and sustainable practices. By integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into every aspect of our business, we drive positive change for our clients, communities, and the environment. Our commitment extends beyond financial returns—it's about creating lasting impact while upholding the highest standards of ethics and governance.
Esla Asset Solutions (EAS) sees the global energy transition as the single biggest investment opportunity of the century and intends to be leaders in renewable energy investing. We recognize that material Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are integral to investment decisions and crucial for our clients' long-term financial success. Upholding our fiduciary duty, EAS believes that the most effective approach to sustainability is through integration, which focuses on identifying the financial significance of ESG factors. This integration enhances our capacity to pursue value and achieve superior, long-term outcomes.
As a leading global asset management firm, Esla Asset Solutions (EAS) believes it has a role to play in addressing social, economic, and environmental sustainability issues. EAS is also committed to sound and effective corporate governance practices. We continue to take an active role in addressing pressing societal challenges to drive positive impact in the communities we serve.
EAS focus on environmental sustainability is about working toward an equitable and sustainable future and to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. In March 2021, EAS announced its efforts to support the transition to a low-carbon economy by setting a goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions — including its financed emissions — by 2050. In addition to EAS's net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 goal, the company committed to deploying its resources and working closely with its partners. To drive its execution efforts, EAS established an enterprise wide climate initiative to promote leadership connectivity and accountability.
Consistent with the company's climate and sustainability goals, EAS is committed to supporting the development of new sources of renewable energy. Through the end of 2021, EAS contracted for 810 megawatts (MW) of new renewable energy generation across the globe, actively contributing to job creation and fostering resilient communities. In alignment with these efforts, EAS has partnered with key players to build and provide comprehensive management solutions that have facilitated the construction of over 15,000 windmills. This initiative not only amplifies the generation of clean energy but also enhances local economies by creating skilled job opportunities and supporting sustainable development. As we continue to expand our impact, EAS remains focused on innovative practices that drive the growth of renewable energy sources worldwide.
As reported in Esla Asset Solutions’ Global Environmental Commitment December 2021 issue, to minimize the waste impacts and paper consumption associated with doing business. EAS will continue to prioritize initiatives such as participation in direct deposit, reduce the number of mails or proxy materials going to the same household, and the utilization of electronic delivery and completion of forms. When paper use is unavoidable, EAS seeks to partner with vendors who practice and supply paper that adheres to sustainable practices.
Reducing our reliance on paper and other plant products to communicate and service our customers is a priority. To advance the sustainability focus and our zero Paper aspiration, EAS has teamed up with different reforestation protocols to plant trees to combat endangered ecosystems by planting over 8,000 trees in Florida and Idaho in the summer of 2021. We continue to push the awareness internally of our current paper consumption in both employee and client communication, while accelerating initiatives that will drive digitization to reduce paper consumption and improve the customer experience.
EAS leverages softwares like Docusign for the electronically sending and signing of contracts, invoices, account openings, both in the U.S. and internationally. The environmental impact results were provided to EAS from DocuSign and reflect total figures for the Enterprise for 2021. The DocuSign service helped replace over 6 million sheets of paper saving trees, water, CO2 and waste.
2021 Results:
CO2: 1,098,026 lbs Waste: 128,367 lbs
Water: 2,134,071 Gallons Wood: 1,521 Trees
The EAS team launched its Global Financial Inclusivity Expansion Strategy (GFIES) in 2015, which included various initiatives to provide businesses and individuals with strategies for improving their financial health. The team began assisting small business and individual clients in the communities we serve by offering expert management solutions and facilitating access to high-barrier investment opportunities.
EAS’s racial justice special match provides the opportunity for every associate to support eligible nonprofits dedicated to transforming the overarching system of racial bias across institutions and society.
EAS is proud to be one of the sponsor for Texas triathlon, which brings together athletes of all ages and abilities from around the globe, while raising funds for Texas Medical Center’s programs and services squarely focused on eradicating the inequities deeply affecting people’s lives and health
EAS is proudly one of the sponsor's of Dare2tri and its mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with physical disabilities and visual impairments by building confidence, community, health and wellness through triathlons
Partners since 2016, we actively support Posse’s mission to ensure the leaders of the 21st century reflect the country’s rich demographic mix through high school and college-led programs that train and develop small, diverse groups of talented students.
As a corporate sponsor of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the National Minority Supplier Development Council, we are actively driving policy changes to ensure supplier diversity and fair competition in the market.
EAS hosts Roundtable Conversations on Diversity and Inclusion. This year, the event included a virtual assembly of 150 wealth managers, broker-dealers, and diversity, equity and inclusion practitioners representing 56 U.S.-based financial services firms. Over three half-day sessions, the participants engaged in immersive learning and shared best practices intended to advance diversity and promote more inclusive cultures across our industry.
EAS has partnered with different programs and institutions to facilitate inclusion in the wealth management sector. Some of the institutions and programs can be seen below.
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance and ethics. Our Governance and Responsible Investment (GRI) team is committed to prioritizing transparency, accountability, and strong governance frameworks that guide our ESG initiatives.
Ensuring that all aspects of our operations align with global best practices. We seek to invest in publicly traded companies with strong competitive advantages and exceptional management, strategically positioned and trading at attractive valuations. Our approach aims to deliver superior long-term absolute returns while carefully managing the risk of permanent capital loss.
Esla Asset Solutions’ Information and Cyber Security organization is dedicated to protecting EAS, networks, and data, including client and employee data, through the design, execution, and oversight of the Information Security Program. The Information and Cyber Security organization is handled by the Information Security team, who report to the core management team. The Risk Committee annually approves the Information Security Program.
The EAS Information Security Program is designed to comply with applicable laws and regulations that are evolving and increasingly complex, and is based on industry standards and best practices from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 27001/27002 Standards on Information Security Management, and Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC ) IT Handbook. Esla Asset Solutions business portfolio companies, partners, employees and non-employees with access to systems or sensitive information, are required to adhere to the Information Security Program’s policies, procedures, and requirements.
Upholding the highest standards in business conduct, with a commitment to continuous improvement. Our Governance and Responsible Investment (GRI) team incorporates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into our investment process to create superior risk-adjusted investments for our clients.
Our approach to ESG is aligned with global standards, ensuring that we maintain transparency and accountability in our reporting. Our signatory relationships that regulate Esla Asset Solutions reporting and standards are:
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