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  • 2016 ANNUAL TPG GES REPORT

  • 2

    TABLE OF CONTENTS

    TABLE OF CONTENTS

    FOREWORD FROM TPG LEADERSHIP 3

    RESPONSIBLE INVESTORS 4

    GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT: GLOBAL BUSINESS 6

    SOLUTIONS CAPITAL 7

    ASSESSMENT AND IMPACT 8

    POWER OF THE NETWORK 10

    GOVERNANCE 11

    ENVIRONMENTAL 12

    SOCIAL 15

    EXIT CASE STUDY 17

    COMMUNITY 19

    FORESIGHT 20

  • 3FOREWORD

    FOREWORD FROM TPG LEADERSHIP

    Sustainability and ESG is a dynamic element of TPGs investment business. Our investment focus spans the globe, and we work on almost every continent and in every economic sector. Our world and the environments, the social contexts, the legal and governance systems within which we and our investors operate, change constantly and change rapidly. Governance is a priority for TPG and, in fact, we believe GES instead of ESG is a more appropriate acronym, thus the title of our report.

    Sustainability and ESG is an important aspect of our business, and our strong core principles and practices enable us to address these issues in an integrated way across the Firm. Such decisions are incorporated into our investment decisions through rigorous due diligence, governance, management and operation of our portfolio companies. We strive to be systematic to measure our results and to be transparent. We engage in active discussions with our investors and limited partners to align with their interests in, and perspectives on, Sustainability and ESG.

    We have a dedicated team of professionals who have the responsibility to advance these principles and practices within the firm and our portfolio companies. We recognize the value of the embedded wisdom and experience on Sustainability and ESG and we share that knowledge and best practices with all our portfolio companies, with whom we are partners on this initiative.

    This 2016 TPG GES Report highlights the outcome of our activities over the past year. We continue to make

    substantial progress in learning how ESG due diligence in the investment process can not only mitigate risk but also how it can identify opportunities to create value. We are also working both deeper and more broadly across our portfolio companies to create greater impact and value, not only by reducing costs and improving resource efficiencies, but also by increasing our focus on supply chain issues, tapping employee interest and engagement, and responding to increasing customer preferences. Case studies are also included to show how some of the leadership of our portfolio companies, have helped to address important environmental or social issues, and contribute to constructive solutions.

    Looking ahead, we remain focused on our responsibility to earn a great return for our investors as well as aligning with our investors expressed interests and desire to address important issues. We believe that our Sustainability and ESG Program plays an essential role in fulfilling that mission.

    We are deeply committed to the view that investment capital and our ability to deploy it has a critical role to play in addressing challenges, needs and human aspirations in vital areas such as education, healthcare, access to capital and economic opportunities, transportation and communications, energy, adequate and clean water, clean air, and waste disposal. We see a positive opportunity for TPG and our focus on Sustainability and ESG to have an impact on these issues, and, as we address these dynamic challenges, we will continue to dedicate and leverage our global expertise and network.

    David Bonderman Chairman and

    Founding Partner

    Jon Winkelried Co-Chief Executive Officer

    and Partner

    Jack Weingart Managing Partner,

    TPG Funding

    Jim Coulter Co-Chief Executive Officer

    and Founding Partner

    Jonathan Coslet Chief Investment

    Officer and Partner

    Jerome Vascellaro Chief Operating

    Officer and Partner

    The Dynamic Nature of Sustainability and ESG

  • 4RESPONSIBLE INVESTORS

    RESPONSIBLE INVESTORS

    Sustainability and ESG Highlights

    Since its founding, TPG has focused on responsible investing through the life cycle of our private equity investments. TPG has dedicated full-time resources to support its long-standing commitment to the Sustainability and ESG Program.

    The Firms Global Sustainability and ESG Policy (as described below) does not take a one-size-fits all approach. We seek to be opportunistic where ESG initiatives can assist in creating enterprise value.

    70TPG colleagues that

    sit on non-profit boards

    48Sustainability and ESG Performance Self-Assessment 3.0 Participants

    30%Increase in Annual Self-Assessment

    participants versus 2014

    8Sustainability

    Leadership Council summits held

    90Portfolio companies

    engaged on Sustainability

    and ESG initiatives

    100+Members on TPG

    Sustainability Leadership Counsel portfolio company

    Yammer web portal

    TPGs Global Sustainability and ESG Policy

    TPGs Sustainability and Environmental, Social, and

    Governance (ESG) Program supports the Firms long-

    standing consideration of environmental, health and

    safety practices in due diligence, investment decisions,

    and operations. The broad set of Sustainability issues

    (including social and governance issues) have material

    influence on TPG Capitals assessments of risk, valuation,

    profitability, and opportunity, across the portfolio.

    TPGs commitment is to: Incorporate Sustainability and ESG

    considerations into our investment diligence

    and decisions

    Ensure that Sustainability and ESG practices

    are implemented and that measurable results

    are achieved in our companies and

    our operations

    Strive for greater transparency from

    our companies

    Our focus on Sustainability and ESG issues enables: Better investment decisions

    Enhanced results for investors, portfolio

    companies, stakeholders and TPG

    TPG companies to be better global citizens

    OWNERSHIPPRE-INVESTMENT EXIT

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    2 5

    3 6

    RESPONSIBLE INVESTORS

    RESPONSIBLE INVESTORS

    To further our commitment to responsible investment and support the need for greater transparency within the industry, TPG became a signatory to the United Nations-backed Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) in 2013.

    How TPG Aligns with the 6 PRI Principles

    We will incorporate ESG issues into investment analysis and decision-making processes

    We will promote acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the investment industry

    We will be active owners and incorporate ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices

    We will work together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the Principles

    We will seek appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest

    We will each report on our activities and progress towards implementing the Principles

    TPG Global Sustainability and ESG Policy

    ESG due diligence and Investment

    Review Committee

    Tools, guidelines and training

    Regular dialogue with limited partners

    Working with industry bodies

    Public speaking engagements

    Dedicated Sustainability and ESG team

    Portfolio Company engagement

    and monitoring

    Annual Sustainability and ESG

    Performance Self-Assessment

    Share best practices

    TPG-led annual conferences

    PRI Advisory Committee

    PRI framework

    TPG website: external and internal

    Annual GES report

    Establish, measure and report on

    progress of ESG policies

    Report through a TPG portfolio company

    work plan and framework

    Public disclosure of information

  • 6GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT

    GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT: GLOBAL BUSINESS

    Our extensive network is comprised of well-established teams and long-term, local relationships around the world. We recognize that the changes in the global environment affect our global business. As we grow and become more diverse, we will continue to ensure that Sustainability and ESG are integrated into all aspects of our Firms business and global matters of interest, as highlighted below, are addressed and widely understood.

    Shaded areas represent countries in which we have invested

    17 offices worldwide in 11 countries

    Over 475 professionals

    Over 30 nationalities represented

    A Truly Global Organization

    MONTREAL: CARBON PLEDGE

    USA: THE CLEAN POWER PLAN

    PARIS: COP21 AGREEMENT CARBON PLEDGE

    UK: ESOS, CRC, MODERN SLAVERY ACT

    TPG AT WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM IN DAVOS

    ASIA: RESPONSIBLE SUPPLY CHAIN

    AUSTRALIA: RENEWABLES

  • 7

    Environmental, Social and Governance Due Diligence

    Network and Community Building

    Sustainability and ESG Portfolio Company Program

    Key External Stakeholder Relationships and Reporting

    SOLUTIONS CAPITAL

    TPGs Alternative & Renewable Technologies (ART) growth-equity platform, is dedicated to partnering with companies that deploy

    novel business models and technologies to reduce

    environmental impact and promote resource efficiency.

    With approximately $250 million in assets under

    management as of March 31, 2016, TPG ART looks to

    help develop companies in multiple sectors, including

    but not limited to renewable power generation, energy

    efficiency, environmental services, waste management,

    agriculture, and industrial technologies.

    FEATURED STORY Fortune highlights Bono and TPGs SatyaFEATURED STORY Anuvia

    SOLUTIONS CAPITAL

    At TPG, we are investors who provide the capital, expertise, and support our partners need to reach their full potential and create greater possibilities. We believe great investments and great returns come from building true partnerships with the leaders, innovators, and companies in which we invest. Integrated into our overall strategy, is our approach to Sustainability and ESG.

    TPG Growth

    Founded in 2007 to specialize in growth equity and

    middle-market buyout opportunities. As of

    March 31, 2016, TPG Growth manages more than $7

    billion in assets across a variety of sectors including

    media, technology, and industrials.

    TPGs Sustainability and ESG Key Themes and Strategies

  • 8ASSESSMENT AND IMPACT

    ASSESSMENT AND IMPACT

    Dynamic Elements of our ESG Program

    While our Sustainability and ESG Program has been in place for many years, our approach and tools remain flexible and dynamic given our firms growth and changing market conditions.

    What kind of deal is this?

    What kind of company is this?

    Thoughtful

    Balanced

    DESCRIPTION

    What data do we need?

    Relevant

    Concise

    Full Transparency

    DATA

    Have we aired all important points?

    Even-handed

    Balanced

    Provocative

    DISCUSSION

    Who believes what?

    Pressured discourse with respect

    Experiential wisdom

    DEBATE

    What is the best answer for the firm?

    All voices heard

    Be prepared for all outcomes

    Live with it

    DECISION

    The 5 DS of TPG Diligence

    The Investment Review Committee (IRC) an inclusive body where all

    persons involved in the investment process are invited to participate.

    ESG factors are incorporated into the TPG due diligence process

    which is embedded in the Investment Review Committee.

    The Sustainability Leadership Council

    made up of representatives of portfolio companies engaged in sustainability practices: the function of the council is to enable leaders to

    share best practices, drive results, reduce costs, and identify cross-portfolio opportunities

    An ESG Framework highlighting leading practices and

    opportunities for value creation

    An ESG Workplan

    consisting of 3-4 actionable opportunities to be implemented

    in collaboration during TPGs ownership period

    CEO and Portfolio Company Sustainability Awards

    An Annual Sustainability and ESG Performance

    Self-Assessment

    consisting of 40 questions, sent to all portfolio companies

    in the Sustainability Leadership Council SLC

    An ESG Program Summary

    that aggregates our Sustainability and ESG work together during our

    ownership period

  • 9ASSESSMENT AND IMPACT

    ASSESSMENT AND IMPACT

    TPGs Sustainability and ESG Performance Self-Assessment and Framework Analysis

    A systematic process: as a part of TPGs Sustainability and ESG Program, portfolio companies are asked to:

    Establish ESG policies

    Participate in the TPG Sustainability and ESG Leadership Council

    Complete an Annual Sustainability and ESG Performance Self-Assessment, Framework Analysis and Workplan

    Measure and report on the progress of their goals and action plans

    Through the Sustainability and ESG Performance Self- Assessment and Framework Analysis process, we are able to

    determine the current state of the program and where we can focus initiatives to drive progress and value.

    1 32 4

    ANNUAL SELF-ASSESSMENT ESG WORK PLANESG FRAMEWORK COMMUNICATION

    OBJE

    CTIV

    ESIN

    SIGH

    TS /

    EXA

    MPL

    ES1

    Measure Performance and Identify

    Portfolio Trends

    Third annual

    assessment

    40 questions

    in assessment

    30% increase in

    respondents

    since 2014

    GES Report

    Annual conference

    PC Webinars

    Present Leading Practices and Opportunities

    Collaborate on 3-4 Actionable

    Initiatives

    Track and Share ESG Performance and Lessons Learned

    Sustainability Assessment Dashboard

    1. The logos displayed are a few examples of the TPG portfolio companies participating in the Assessment and Framework process. Portfolio companies were selected for non-performance based reasons

    The TPG Sustainability Assessment Dashboard integrates portfolio company ESG data populated from the annual self-assessment, alongside financial data and general company statistics.

  • 10POWER OF THE NETWORK

    POWER OF THE NETWORK

    Sponsors for Educational Opportunity

    TPG LEVERAGE PROCUREMENT

    TPG FEATURED HIGHLIGHT

    Veterans Initiative Summit

    TPG served as co-host with The Blackstone Group, The Carlyle Group and KKR at a

    summit in October 2015 to share best practices of veteran hiring programs including

    those of the following TPG portfolio companies: Taylor Morrison, Uber, Enlivant, Ride,

    Jonah Energy LLC, and Caesars Entertainment. The Summit convened representatives

    from the White House, U.S. Military, the U.S. Departments of Labor and Veterans Affairs,

    private equity portfolio companies, and the U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama, to advocate

    and advance veteran hiring, retention, and career development.

  • 11GOVERNANCE

    The way private equity works, with the governance structure, we can push things down into our supply chains so not just our investments but the entire ecosystem within which we operate. If we do so, the noise were making today, which is beginning to permeate the industry, will transform into truly deep impact for years to come and differentiate the industry as one that cares.

    Jim Coulter: think GES, not ESG TPG Co-CEO and Founding Partner, 2014

    Governance is a priority for TPG and, in fact, we believe GES instead of ESG is a more appropriate acronym, as stated by Jim Coulter in his 2014 keynote at the Private Equity International Responsible Investment Forum. Governance is critical during our due diligence phase of investment, to the structure of our investments and in the ongoing management of our portfolio companies.

    As part of our annual portfolio company Sustainability and ESG Self-Assessment, we also dedicate a section to Governance. This allows us to understand our portfolio companies most important governance issues, determine their levels of transparency and stakeholder engagement, and helps us actively manage risk and opportunity.

    There are two reasons for companies to operate sustainability. One is economical because it can help you reduce costs the other is business ethics because you want to do business in a positive way.

    Charles Bouaziz Ontex CEO, 2015

    If you dont get the governance right, then you dont even get to really talk about the environmental and social.

    Beth Lowery TPG Capitals ESG Head, 2016

    GOVERNANCE

  • 12ENVIRONMENT

    Results:

    Supporting a cohesive corporate sustainability strategy

    Creative material reusage

    Potential impact on strong client relationships

    Health and wellness in the workspace

    Transforming employee commuting to a sustainable green solution

    Reduced CO2, less waste, lower pollution

    Long term vision to change the face of commuting in America aiming to take 1 million cars off the road

    Energy Foundation Frog Design Recology

    FEATURED HIGHLIGHTRides Ann Fandozzi on Carpooling Bloomberg

    ENVIRONMENTAL

    COLLABORATIVE, GREEN SPACE DESIGN

    Helping Cushman & Wakefield clients integrate sustainability and creativity into corporate spaces to maximize collaboration and wellness

    Note: case study examples are TPG portfolio companies. Portfolio companies were selected for non-performance based reasons

  • 13ENVIRONMENT

    HEALTHY PEOPLE, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES, HEALTHY PLANET

    Using innovation to reduce the corporate footprint, while building and maintaining smart facilities

    Results:

    Water: 20% reduction beyond code for clubs

    Energy efficiency: 20% improvement on a per club basis versus 2010 baseline

    56% reduction in lighting W/sq ft; $2.75M annual savings

    Renewables: solar system installation offsetting 20% electricity load

    PROACTIVELY ENGAGING WITH STAKEHOLDERS

    Collaborating with governmental officials and NGOs to protect wildlife and reduce emissions while driving business value

    Results:

    Reduction of fugitive methane emissions from operations

    Wildlife protection and collaboration with the U.S. Department of the Interior, Wyoming, and NGOs approval of new development plan while protecting sage grouse

    Investing in local communities and creating resource solutionsJonahs Paul Ulrich with U.S. Secretary

    of the Interior Sally Jewell

    ENVIRONMENTAL

    Note: case study examples are TPG portfolio companies. Portfolio companies were selected for non-performance based reasons

  • 14ENVIRONMENT

    One of our Environment and Community Policy commitments is the systematic identification investigation, evaluation and reporting of natural resource reduction and energy efficiency improvement opportunities.Alinta Sustainability Report 2014-2015

    SOLAR STANDARD

    Integrating solar panels as part of a standard build package for new homes in select California communities

    Results: Created solar energy relationships with leading solar providers

    Offsetting each new homes energy usage with renewables, and enabling thousands of dollars of cost savings for each new home buyer

    Potential brand differentiation

    MAKING RENEWABLE ENERGY MORE AFFORDABLE

    Securing Large-scale Generation Certificates (LGCs), under Australias Renewable Energy Target

    Results: Solar This Summer Program gives residential customers

    the option to buy or lease a solar system (between 1kW and 5kW) at attractive discounts

    Transitioning company towards a lower carbon economy through development of additional retail solar products

    Growing business through creating and capturing growth opportunities in the Western Australian market

    Development of public sustainability reporting

    ENVIRONMENTAL

    Note: case study examples are TPG portfolio companies. Portfolio companies were selected for non-performance based reasons

  • 15

    Uber raised over half a million dollars for No Kid Hungry through the app, donated over $200,000 to the American Red Cross to aid disaster relief efforts, and ran hundreds of campaigns in cities across the world including collecting gently-used clothing for Goodwill, delivering free flu shots with trusted medical partners, and donating time and funds to local charity organizations.

    SOCIAL

    SOCIAL

    Initiative: Social / Philanthropy

    Example: Sabre signature corporate responsibility program implemented, Passport to Freedom initiative to end human trafficking.

    FEATURED HIGHLIGHT

    Results:

    Survivor Scholarships program implemented (new application process re-opened January 2016)

    Increase awareness and education through online training course

    Advocate for legislation change, and provides opportunities for leaders to collaborate

    Collaborating with leading organizations (e.g. Marriott, UNESCO) to educate travelers on human trafficking through Be a Responsible Traveler.

    FIGHTING HUMAN TRAFFICKING

    Sabres Passport to Freedom Program unites the travel and tourism industry against human trafficking and slavery

    SHOP, REUSE, REIMAGINE

    Improving lives through the power of reuse

    2015 Results: Diverted more than 650 million lbs of reusable goods from entering the waste stream

    Paid 120 non-profit partners (e.g. Epilepsy Foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters) more than $140M

    Sold quality goods at affordable prices: nearly 96% of retail items sold at Savers stores are under $10

    Published a Community Impact Report

    Note: case study examples are TPG portfolio companies. Portfolio companies were selected for non-performance based reasons

  • 16SOCIAL

    DONATION PARTNERSHIP WITH SAVERS

    Providing LifeStorage customers the opportunity to donate storage items to Savers nonprofit partners

    Results:

    Turning costs at LifeStorage into revenue stream at Savers

    LifeStorage customers are given coupons to Savers and donation slips

    Benefits: cost savings; client donation and business differentiator

    SOCIAL

    FOUNDATION AND INGREDIENT TRANSPARENCY 10% of total Chobani profits are

    donated to charities through

    the Chobani Foundation

    Non-GMO ingredients; committed to transparency and supports GMO labeling effort

    Works with farmers who share its values and sense of community; local sourcing from nearly 900 local farmers from Chenango County, New York, to Twin Falls, Idaho

    10% of profits are donated to the Chobani Foundation; focused on democratizing food and empowering local communities

    Note: case study examples are TPG portfolio companies. Portfolio companies were selected for non-performance based reasons

  • 17EXIT CASE STUDY

    EXIT CASE STUDY

    TPG and Ontex management worked together on identifying efficiency opportunities and Ontex identified and shared best practices with TPGs Sustainability Leadership Council

    Product innovation, certification, recycling and reduction in energy costs were significant in unlocking value and contributing positively to value creation

    1. PEFC Sustainable Forest Management Certified 2. ISO 14001 Environmental & Energy Management systems 3. ISO 50001 Environmental & Energy Management systems Note: Case study facts publicly available through Ontex Sustainability report

    TPG invests in Ontex and underwrote meaningful ops improvement case

    Multi-site certification to ISO 140012 in place

    Environmental policy in place

    Introduction of FSC ecolabel in place

    Ontex presents at 2012 TPG Sustainability Leadership Council Summit, sharing best practices and goals

    Roll out of ISO 50001 certified energy management system

    Ontex adopts first sustainability charter, first occupational health and safety policy and introduces PEFC1 ecolabel

    First plant certified to ISO 500013

    Environmental Department renamed Sustainability Department with broader focus

    Ontex receives Green Brand Award - Moltex (diapers) & Environmental Product Development certificate for product life cycle transparency -Serenity product

    ISO 14001 certification Istanbul and Ortona plants

    First Report under Global Reporting Initiative guidelines

    Ontex task force ranks most material sustainability issues

    ESG Summary:

    More than 90% off fluff pulp eco-labelled

    53% manufacturing plants PEFC or 27% FSC chain-of-custody certificates

    Lean and Green award for commitment to reduce CO2 emissions of logistical activities by 20% in Europe from 2013-17

    TPG exits the Ontex investment at an approximate 50% increase in EBITDA multiple and approximately 25% higher earnings

    JULY 2010

    MARCH 2014

  • 18EXIT CASE STUDY

    EXIT CASE STUDY

    TPG and Petco management worked together to establish Petco sustainability initiatives and identify leadership opportunities.

    Sustainable products, energy efficiency and supply chain focused on natural resource conservation contributed to value creation

    1. LEED Leadership in Energy and environmental Design I 2. RILA Retail Industry Leaders Association 3. LOHAS Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability I 4. WWF World Wildlife Fund

    DECEMBER 2009

    MARCH 2016

    TPG invests in Petco and identifies opportunities for efficiency and industry leadership in sustainable partnerships

    Planet PETCO launched to offer natural products for the LOHAS3 eco-conscious customer

    EPA ENERGY STAR leader; first LEED1

    store

    Expanded water, waste, energy, recycle programs

    2011 hosted TPGs Fourth Annual Sustainability Leadership Council in San Diego HQ

    Supply chain accountability audits initiated

    VP Sustainability and Energy manager hired

    Operational improvements: recycling, logistics, paper and packaging reduction

    1% for the Planet donating 1% of gross sales from Planet Petco products to environmental causes

    Growth of natural, organic product line integrate consumers ESG requirements

    Founding member Pet Industry Sustainability Coalition

    Leading role in Retail Sustainability Initiative of RILA2

    Collaboration with WWF4 bringing together manufacturers, retailers, NGOs and other stakeholders to address pet food sustainability

    ESG Summary

    Solar System at Petco San Diego HQ

    Decrease of energy use of 10.2% as a % of sales since 2008

    40% waste diversion rate in stores

    100% of coral and live rock and 33% of marine species sold in Petco stores are aqua-cultured

    Named to Worlds Most Ethical Companies list 2012-2016

    TPG exits the Petco investment at an approximate 19% increase in EBITDA multiple

  • 19COMMUNITY

    220 participants in volunteer events, examples include:

    COMMUNITY

    At TPG, our Founders have created a culture of making

    the right choices, throughout TPGs investment

    cycle and by actively engaging with our portfolio

    companies. We make it about personal choices, rather

    than corporate responsibility, encouraging everyone to

    become personally involved.

    Social Impact is a TPG global initiative focused on

    enabling TPG employees to make a tangible difference

    in their local communities while creating growth and

    leadership opportunities. At TPG we invest in building

    TPG Culture

    long-term value that benefits all stakeholders. Included

    in our values is a sense of shared responsibilities and

    commitment to the environment. As individuals, TPG

    employees serve on several governing and advisory

    boards of local, national and international non-profit

    organizations dedicated to environmental effort. TPG

    also provides grant funding to local and national

    nonprofits supporting our employees

    active engagement.

    Leadership and Engagement Grants Random Acts of Kindness

    TPG-in-Action Events

    2015 Impacts

    11 Acts nominated by 15

    people including:

    Myanmar flood disaster

    Nepal earthquake

    Remembrances of friends and family of the firm

    23 grants in support of 70 boards memberships across the firm,

    including organizations focused on:

    Education

    Health

    Social services

    Environmental issues

    Public policy

    International aid

    Diplomacy

    East Harlem Tutorial Program in New York

    Swords for Plowshares Care Package Backpacks for Veterans

    Care Packages for Troops

  • 20FORESIGHT

    FORESIGHT

    Following TPGs 2015 GES report, we wanted

    this year to provide further information regarding

    our Sustainability and ESG program, as well

    as highlighting some of the more innovative

    aspects of our strategy. We hope that this report

    provides you with meaningful insight.

    In 2016, the Sustainability and ESG team

    continues to work with our Firms Leadership

    to broaden and deepen the integration of the

    Sustainability and ESG program across TPG

    Global, as part of the overall Firm strategy

    and long standing commitment to responsible

    investing. As the firm continues to grow, we also

    continue to harness strong internal awareness

    through ESG training, document templates, Firm

    updates, a new sustainability dashboard and

    regular dialogue.

    Looking forward, we will continue to create

    ESG value for our investors, through both the

    Firms and our portfolio companies global

    ecosystems. We will continue to proactively

    work with deal teams on ESG due diligence

    and with our operating professionals and

    leverage procurement team on portfolio

    company sustainability performance and

    initiatives, through our systematic assessment

    and framework process. We will strive for

    greater transparency though reporting and

    disclosure, including submitting TPGs annual

    PRI framework report, along with our own GES

    report. And we will continue to work across the

    TPGs platforms and geographies.

    TPG is committed to our work within the private

    equity industry, driving responsible investment

    to create measurable business value. We

    understand the importance of Sustainability and

    ESG for the Firm, for our portfolio companies,

    and for our limited partners. As the industry

    collaborates on global issues such as climate

    change, we will also continue to collaborate,

    leveraging our knowledge, skill set and global

    network to encourage long-term ESG integration.

    As we firmly believe that the richness of the work

    we do is often best shared through dialogue,

    the team welcomes the opportunity to further

    discuss any of the topics covered in this report.

    Private equity is nothing but investing with a

    really interesting toolkitESG has a special place

    in the toolkit and has to be absolutely core to

    what we do.

    1. Jim Coulter, TPG Founding Partner, June 19, 2014, PEI Conference, London

    William Reilly Edward Norton Kirk HourdajianElizabeth Lowery Emily Croft-Baker