3 of 4 More information on how we have measured and calculated the carbon footprint of the portfolio and the reference index can be found in our ‘Guide to our responsible investment calculations’ at platform.quilter.com/wealthselect/guidetoRI Attribute 1: The portfolio follows the Quilter Investors responsible investment principles Quilter Investors believe: Good corporate governance is central to long - term investing and a well - functioning investment marke t. ESG considerations should be embedded throughout the entire business. ESG considerations can impact the whole investment process. Climate changes is a particularly important factor to consider in investing. ESG integration involves assessment at the overall portfolio level as well as across the underlying funds. Assessing how responsible investment is integrated involves looking at a manager’s philosophy, proc ess, people, and portfoli o. Differing approaches to ESG integration may be equally appropriate and can vary depending on the ty pe of investment. Being a responsible wealth manager means transparency and collaboration is key. Attribute 2: This portfolio maintains a lower carbon footprint than the reference index The portfolio is managed to maintain a smaller carbon footprint than the reference index. The carbo n footprint is the total carbon emissions in metric tons based on an investment of £100,000 in the equity and corporate bond portion of the portfolio. WealthSelect Responsible Active 8 has a carbon footprint 30% lower than the MSCI All Country World Index WealthSelect Responsible Active 8 7.49 metric tons Reference index: MSCI All Country World Index 10.74 metric tons