KKR Closes $2.8 Billion Global Impact Fund II
November 6, 2023
Second Impact Fund More than Doubles Size of First,
Underscores Commitment to Contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
“We launched KKR Global Impact in 2018 because we saw an opportunity to invest behind proven companies that deliver scalable, commercial solutions to global problems,” said
“Globally, there is increased urgency to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges, such as the energy transition, supply chain resiliency, digitization and a shortage of skilled workers. For example, analysis by KKR Global Impact portfolio company Lightcast found that the skills requested for the average
The dedicated KKR Global Impact team is comprised of more than 20 people and is supported by KKR’s full suite of global resources, which allows the team to offer more than just capital to support companies. Since its launch in 2018, KKR Global Impact has invested in 18 companies including GreenCollar, CoolIT,
The Fund received strong backing from a diverse group of new and existing global investors, including public pensions, family offices, insurance companies, and other institutional investors. KKR will be investing
About KKR
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of
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1 Lightcast. “New Report Measures Blazing Pace of Skills Change,”
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