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Overview

Founded in 1983, First Reserve is an investment firm focused on private equity and real asset strategies across the global energy system

Throughout our history, we have raised over $34 billion of aggregate capital and have developed operational expertise built from over 750 transactions, including platform investments and add-on acquisitions, on six continents

First Reserve has built an enduring network of global relationships in our target markets, which we believe is an important advantage in proprietary sourcing, evaluating opportunities and growing the value of our investments

First Reserve Differentiators

We believe the current global energy system presents dynamic challenges that will require historic levels of investment and innovation. In our view, with 40+ years of institutional experience and 750+ transactions completed, First Reserve possesses the following differentiated attributes which are relevant for this investing backdrop:

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Unmatched Legacy
and Network

Four-decade history of investing enables access to, and partnership with, a broad base of sector-experienced executives and operating partners

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Leading Edge Approach to Evolving Energy Economy

Benefitting from substantial history across global energy system and industrial end markets

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Thematic Investing and Proprietary Sourcing

Proactive and often proprietary ideas emerging from our history, network and market presence

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Partner of Choice for Building Businesses

Trusted and active partner alongside our management teams driving long-term value appreciation

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Holistic Commitment to Responsible Investing

Responsible stewardship plus a tailored approach to investing in sustainable businesses in the Evolving Energy Economy

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Cohesive, Experienced Leadership Team

Transparent communication and hands-on partnerships with our management teams, our investors, and each other