RMB, in partnership with REdimension Capital and the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA), have published an ESG PropTech Report that explores the dynamic intersection of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles with PropTech, serving as a critical resource for advancing sustainability in South Africa’s real estate sector.

“We are living in an era of unique environmental challenges. A more volatile climate is exacerbating existing inequalities, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities and amplifying the need for coordinated action across all sectors. As a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, the real estate sector has an important role in reshaping this dynamic,” says Riyaad Khan, Co-Head Real Estate at RMB.

The report, which highlights the convergence of sustainable finance (green and sustainability linked loans), green building certifications (Green Star and EDGE) and Green PropTech (AL, digital twins, and smart metering), is designed to guide developers, investors, and stakeholders by providing actionable insights into leveraging green building certifications, sustainable finance instruments, and cutting-edge PropTech to meet the growing demand for ESG in real estate.

“The partnership between GBCSA, RMB, and REdimension Capital in producing this report underscores the power of collaboration in addressing sustainability challenges within real estate,” adds Peter Clark & Matt Marshall of REdimension Capital. “Achieving meaningful, sustainable change in the sector requires collective commitment, combining expertise and resources across finance, technology, and certification. Together, we are paving the way for a more resilient and responsible built environment in South Africa.”