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ESG & Sustainability Reports for Private Equity

ESG and sustainability reports have become an important expectation for many investors, particularly in sectors where environmental or social impacts are closely scrutinized. For the firms where these reports matter most, the stakes are high — the materials must be professional, well-structured, and delivered on time.

Darien Group brings the full range of our capabilities to ESG reporting: content organization and polishing, infographics and data visualization, professional design and production, and reliable project management. Our goal is to make sure these complex reports not only meet deadlines, but also reflect the same level of polish and credibility as your firm’s other investor communications.

Cover of Paine Schwartz Partners 2025 Annual Sustainability Report featuring images of blueberries, green juice, farm tractor, orange fruit, and a young plant sprouting from soil.
Two-page annual sustainability report spread for AgroFresh showing business overview, sustainability value proposition, quantified impact data, sustainability initiatives, 2024 highlights, and outcome metrics with images of blueberries, apples, and avocados.
Open sustainability report 2025 from Paine Schwartz Partners showing cover with fresh produce and inside pages featuring Hendrix Genetics business overview and sustainability highlights.
Cover of Paine Schwartz Partners 2025 Annual Sustainability Report featuring images of blueberries, green juice, farm tractor, orange fruit, and a young plant sprouting from soil.
Two-page annual sustainability report spread for AgroFresh showing business overview, sustainability value proposition, quantified impact data, sustainability initiatives, 2024 highlights, and outcome metrics with images of blueberries, apples, and avocados.
Open sustainability report 2025 from Paine Schwartz Partners showing cover with fresh produce and inside pages featuring Hendrix Genetics business overview and sustainability highlights.

Why Darien Group for ESG Reporting

Industry-Specific Content Expertise
We understand the language and priorities of investment management. From strategy framing to team narratives, we know how to structure ESG content so it reinforces broader positioning while remaining clear and accessible to investors.
Design & Infographics
Most ESG reports are copy-heavy. We transform them into professional, branded documents by incorporating infographics, charts, and visual storytelling that make data more digestible and engaging.
Copy Polishing & Sequencing
While the core content often comes from sustainability consultants or internal leads, our team ensures the material is well-sequenced, edited for clarity, and aligned with your overall messaging.
Project Management Under Pressure
ESG reports are notorious for late-arriving inputs and tight deadlines. Our systems and experience make us a reliable partner in managing the crunch — ensuring the final report is delivered on time and ready for release.

Best Practices in Investor Reporting

Apply professional design to elevate copy-heavy content.
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Use infographics and data visualization to highlight key points.
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Sequence content so investors can quickly grasp the most important messages.
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Build reports to the same standard as other flagship investor materials.
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Our Experience

Darien Group has delivered more than 25 significant ESG and sustainability reports across private equity, real estate, venture, and growth equity. A standout example is the Payne-Schwartz Sustainability Report, which illustrates how thoughtful design, clear sequencing, and professional production can turn complex ESG material into a polished, investor-ready deliverable.

Multiple copies of a 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report with a cover photo of two workers inspecting equipment.
Three-page spread of the 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report by Graham Partners featuring a scenic river canyon cover, materiality key areas, and EasyPak process improvement highlights.
Open booklet titled '2020 Environmental and Community Impact Report' by The Green Cities Company, featuring a modern building on the left page and outdoor seating with fire pit on the right page.
Open magazine spread featuring 'The Green Cities Index' with an image of a modern indoor garden enclosed in glass and a page listing five key pillars of environmental and social governance.
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Questions We’re Asked Most Often

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Do you create ESG content, or refine content provided by consultants or the client?

Both. We can develop ESG narratives from the ground up or refine content provided by your internal team or external consultants. Our goal is to translate complex information into clear, credible, and LP-friendly messaging.

Can you produce infographics and data visualizations in-house?

Yes. We create all infographics, charts, and data visualizations in-house. Everything is built to be clear, accurate, and consistent with your ESG framework and reporting standards.

Do you ensure ESG reports align with our broader brand identity?

Absolutely. ESG reports perform best when they reflect the same voice, visual system, and narrative structure as the rest of your materials. We align design, tone, and layout with your established brand so the report feels integrated and credible.

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Preparing your next ESG or sustainability report? Darien Group can help you deliver a polished, credible publication that reflects your firm’s professionalism — and gets delivered on time.
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