J.P. Morgan Alternative Asset Management Launches ESG Forum Promoting ESG Integration to Hedge Fund Managers

NEW YORK, July 18, 2018

Yesterday JPMAAM hosted its first ESG Forum at its New York headquarters, bringing together a diverse range of hedge fund managers interested in learning more about institutional client interest in ESG, enhancing alpha with ESG, and best practices for incorporating ESG factors into their businesses.

"In our hedge fund solutions business we are seeing increased interest from our clients in the ESG practices of our underlying managers, and we are committed to integrating ESG factors into our own due diligence process," said Jamie Kramer, head of the Alternative Solutions Group and ESG Lead for J.P. Morgan Asset Management.  "We view this as an opportunity to share what we've learned in our consideration of ESG factors, highlighting ways to use ESG not only to become a better company, but also to become better investors."

Going forward, JPMAAM plans to continue the discussion begun by the ESG Forum, working with hedge fund managers to further the adoption of ESG for the benefit of the industry and investors.

About J.P. Morgan Alternative Asset Management

J.P. Morgan Alternative Asset Management ("JPMAAM") is a dedicated, global provider of hedge fund and private credit portfolios. With offices in New York, London, Geneva and Singapore, JPMAAM manages over $12.5bn (as of June 30, 2018). Since its inception in 1995, JPMAAM has focused on developing customized solutions across the liquidity spectrum to help investors achieve their strategic investment objectives. Employing a highly selective due diligence process, this experienced and well-resourced global team provides clients with access to both established and emerging managers within an integrated risk framework.

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