Stewardship of resources, acquisition, and development of elite talent
We believe operating a business well is the most credible form of corporate responsibility. The standards below describe how we put that belief into practice.
Kal Agg Philosophy
Being sound in every aspect of life is a foundational mantra of Kal Agg, as it’s not only the right thing to do from an ethics perspective, but paramount to the success of any corporate vehicle. We, like many in the field, have on occasion “drilled a dry hole or two”. The differential is, we admit it when we do, and Kal Agg unlike many of its competitors fills those dry holes with the appropriate amount of water and nutrients, as the environment is of great importance to Kal Agg and its partners.
Where it applies
These standards apply to Kal Agg as a firm and to majority-owned portfolio companies. For minority positions, we use our influence to encourage alignment with the same expectations, recognizing that implementation rests with the companies’ own boards and management.
Reducing the operational footprint of portfolio companies through measurable improvements in energy, water, emissions, and waste, matched to the realities of each industry.
Zero-harm targets, transparent incident reporting, and a culture in which the line worker can stop the job.
Fair employment practices, investment in workforce development, and a tangible relationship with the communities in which our companies operate.
Independent oversight at the board level, clear delegations of authority, and an audit-ready posture across our portfolio.
Material environmental, social, and governance risks are reviewed before we underwrite any investment.
Each portfolio company tracks a small number of material indicators on an annual basis and shares them with the board.