Environmental, Social and Governance

Brasa believes that understanding environmental, social responsibility and corporate governance (ESG) is essential to building a resilient portfolio and achieving long-term performance.  Brasa will make ESG integration an ongoing endeavor and will continue to foster transparency in all aspects of the firm’s activities, including ESG performance.

Environmental

Brasa believes that it can increase environmental efficiency and profitability by implementing measurable operational interventions to monitor and improve asset performance. From an asset level perspective, Brasa is focused on energy reduction, limiting the firms carbon footprint, and reducing waste. Brasa commits to implementing energy efficiency measures across its portfolio while maintaining awareness of each asset’s community and environmental impact.

Social

Brasa is committed to delivering a diverse and inclusive work environment for its employees and the communities in which Brasa lives and works. Brasa pledges to continue to invest in underserved areas throughout the Western US and Texas. The firm seeks to comply with applicable national, state, and local labor laws in the countries in which Brasa invests; support the payment of competitive wages and benefits to employees; and provide a safe and healthy workplace in conformance with national and local law.

Governance

Brasa pledges to uphold itself to the highest ethical standards and business practices throughout all facets of the business. Transparency through the due diligence process is a key priority for the firm in delivering sustainable, long-term growth for investors.  The firm also enforces strict policies that prohibit bribery and other improper payments to public officials, consistent with the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Brasa is a certified Minority- and/or Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) firm and is committed to establishing a diverse and inclusive workforce, as well as provide opportunity for underrepresented groups. Brasa will continue to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through its internship and hiring process, and strive to nurture the next generation of industry talent by partnering with nonprofits that provide career advancement and increased opportunity to women and people of color.

Philanthropic Partners