Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction

Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners (“Quinbrook”) and Private Energy Partners (“PEP”), an affiliate of Quinbrook, are committed to doing business responsibly and respecting human rights. We recognise that modern slavery and human trafficking remain risks in global supply chains, including in parts of the renewable energy sector.

This statement is published under section 54 of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015. It sets out the steps Quinbrook and PEP have taken during the financial year to identify, assess and address modern slavery risks in our operations and supply chains. It reflects our shared expectations, while recognising that Quinbrook and PEP have different operating models.

Our business and supply chains

Quinbrook is a clean energy infrastructure investment manager. Its activities primarily relate to fund management and asset management. PEP is a renewable energy developer and operator, with activities spanning project development, construction and operations, particularly in solar and battery storage.

Our supply chains typically include:

  • Corporate and professional services supporting QB
  • Engineering, procurement, construction, operations and maintenance services supporting PEP
  • Equipment, components and materials used in renewable energy projects

We recognise that modern slavery risks can be higher in some parts of renewable energy supply chains—for example where complex, multi-tier sourcing is involved (including certain minerals and materials) and where construction relies on subcontracted or temporary labour.

Policies and governance

Quinbrook has a Supplier Code of Conduct (last update May 2025) that sets out expectations for suppliers and subcontractors, including compliance with applicable laws, labour standards and respect for human rights. Alignment with the Supplier Code of Conduct (or equivalent standards) is reflected in supplier onboarding, evaluation and contract management.

Quinbrook encourages portfolio companies, including PEP, to adopt equivalent standards and applies these expectations across majority-owned portfolio companies, supported by sustainability and legal oversight.

Oversight sits with senior leadership, with modern slavery considerations incorporated into broader sustainability and risk processes.

Due diligence and supplier risk management

Quinbrook and PEP take a proportionate approach to due diligence, in line with the Supplier Code of Conduct and our internal Modern Slavery Framework.

In practice, this includes:

  • Considering modern slavery and human rights in tendering and procurement
  • Screening and assessing suppliers, with additional checks where the risk profile is higher (for example, certain materials, activities or geographies)
  • Using contracts to set expectations on labour standards, cooperation with due diligence and information sharing
  • Where applicable, building long-term contracts, partnerships and framework agreements with suppliers as part of encouraging good practice on labour and supply chain standards

We also expect suppliers to manage relevant risks within their own operations and supply chains through appropriate policies and controls.

Risk identification and priority areas

We consider a range of inputs when identifying where modern slavery risk may be higher, including sector research, supplier engagement, due diligence findings and external advice. Priority areas can include:

  • Manufacturing and processing stages within renewable technology supply chains
  • Construction activities that involve subcontracting and temporary labour
  • Supply chains with links to higher-risk materials or jurisdictions

These considerations help determine the level and focus of due diligence we apply.

Actions to address identified risks

We aim to prevent and address modern slavery risks through practical measures that are appropriate to our activities and risk exposure, including:

  • Communicating expectations to suppliers through the Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Including contractual provisions that allow us to request information, carry out audits where appropriate, and require corrective action plans if issues are identified
  • Escalating concerns so they are reviewed and addressed appropriately
  • Engaging with investees and suppliers and, where we have influence, encouraging improved practices

Where appropriate and feasible, we may also consider alternative sourcing or delivery approaches to reduce exposure to higher-risk inputs.

Training and awareness

Quinbrook provides guidance and awareness-raising for employees involved in procurement, investment and asset management, covering modern slavery risks, common warning signs and escalation routes. Portfolio companies are encouraged to provide training that is appropriate to their activities and risk profile.

Monitoring and continuous improvement

Managing modern slavery risk is an ongoing process. We monitor effectiveness through supplier engagement, due diligence outcomes and internal review, and we continue to improve our approach over time. Areas of focus include:

  • Improving consistency of due diligence approaches across portfolio companies
  • Strengthening documentation and traceability of assessments
  • Reviewing policies, processes and contractual standards on a periodic basis

We cannot guarantee that modern slavery risk is absent from our operations or supply chains. We are committed to taking credible, proportionate steps to manage risk and to respond appropriately where concerns arise.

Approval

This statement has been approved by the relevant governing bodies of Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners and Private Energy Partners and will be reviewed each year.