DuPont Sustainable Solutions has acquired KKS Advisors, enhancing its ESG consulting capabilities and positioning it for growth in the sustainability sector.

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DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS), backed by Gyrus Capital, has successfully acquired KKS Advisors, a premier global consulting firm specializing in Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) consulting. This strategic acquisition, which took effect on June 30, 2021, expands DSS's offerings by integrating KKS Advisors' unique intellectual property, methodologies, tools, and expertise in sustainability and ESG. The consolidation of KKS Advisors' capabilities with DSS’s extensive operational experience positions DSS to deliver comprehensive transformation solutions that assist clients in achieving their sustainability objectives.

KKS Advisors has established a prominent reputation in the ESG consulting space, recognized for its combination of academic expertise, financial acumen, and strategic insights. The firm assists a diverse range of clients, including investors, foundations, corporations, and NGOs, in formulating impactful sustainability strategies. Notably, KKS Advisors is led by George Serafeim, a distinguished thought leader in ESG from Harvard Business School, further enhancing the intellectual capital and resources available to DSS's clientele.

Industry Overview in the Target's Specific Country

In recent years, the focus on ESG criteria has grown substantially in Switzerland, driven by both regulatory measures and increasing stakeholder attention to sustainability issues. The Swiss government has implemented various initiatives aimed at promoting responsible investi