At DWS, we are fully committed to seeking to provide state-of-the-art ESG solutions and expertise to enable our clients to invest responsibly. Our goal is to allow them to invest in a way that contributes to a sustainable future.

DWS has long recognized the importance of considering ESG factors for investors and was among the early signatories of the United Nations-backed Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) in 2008. We believe that our expertise and lengthy experience in sustainable investing provide us with valuable insights that can assist us in seeking to help to further protect and grow our clients’ assets over the long term.

The principles in detail which we seek:

• To consider ESG issues into investment analysis and decision making process.
• To be active owners and incorporate ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices.
• Appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest.
• To promote acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the investment industry.
• To work together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the Principles.
• To report on our activities and progress towards implementing the Principles.