Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | Energy |
Stages | Expansion |
Investing | United States • Korea |
Assets Under Management | $2,800,000,000 |
Kimmeridge Energy Management Company, LLC is a private equity fund with a distinct focus on the energy sector, leveraging their expertise in equity and expansion. Founded in 2012, Kimmeridge is committed to accelerating carbon neutrality through the development of environmentally responsible and cost-effective energy assets. They have raised over $5.5 billion in Limited Partner commitments and manage a significant portfolio that spans across high-quality North American basins totaling nearly 250,000 net acres. The firm's operations are conducted from offices in New York and Denver, which are home to their 80+ investment and operations professionals. Kimmeridge is unique for its deep technical knowledge, proprietary research, and data gathering capabilities, emphasizing their core values of integrity, innovation, and teamwork to deliver outstanding performance. Their strategies include private investments in unconventional US oil and gas assets, public engagement with energy companies to advocate for shareholder interests and business model reform, and carbon solutions to foster the transition to net zero emissions. These investments focus on assets at the front end of the cost curve, harnessing their expertise in direct operations and land aggregation to reduce and offset emissions effectively. The firm believes that integration of sustainability into their investment philosophy is crucial for building resilient businesses with long-term value, and they demonstrate this commitment through their Sustainable Investment Policy, a comprehensive Sustainability Report, and continuous efforts to implement sustainable practices within their operations and portfolio companies. An advocate for environmental stewardship and social responsibility, Kimmeridge is also dedicated to research and thought leadership within the sector, furthering dialogue and development for the future of energy investment.