We seek opportunities to partner with experienced management teams from the exploration and production, oilfield equipment and services, midstream and downstream energy industry sectors. We also evaluate energy infrastructure, alternative energy, energy technology and other energy-related opportunities that are focused on meeting the industry’s changing needs. Most ESS Funds investments are structured as equity positions; however, we have the flexibility to develop customized financial structures. When large amounts of capital are required, ESS Funds uses co-investment, partnering and financial leverage strategies.
ESS Funds considers potential investments with the objective of identifying opportunities that provide excellent prospects for value creation. Particular attention is focused on each company's strategy, growth potential and likely exit options. Most portfolio company managements invest alongside ESS Funds’ capital, and management receives additional incentives tied primarily to value creation. We structure our investments to ensure a unified interest between the management team and ESS Funds. Our due diligence process is streamlined to move expeditiously to funding.