Proxsis Sustainability Drives ESG Transformation in Real Assets through GRESB Partner Series #4

Proxsis Sustainability, alongside GRESB and strategic partner TÜV NORD Indonesia, hosted the executive forum “GRESB Partner Series #4 – Special Iftar Executive Gathering.”

Under the theme “ESG in Real Assets: From Risk-Based Implementation to Investor-Trusted Asset Value,” the forum convened industry leaders, investors, and ESG practitioners at Vasaka Hotel, Jakarta. The discussion emphasized how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) implementation enhances asset value, strengthens business resilience, and unlocks access to sustainable global financing.

 

The shift in the real assets sector—spanning property, construction, infrastructure, and energy—is significant. ESG has evolved from a mere reporting obligation or administrative compliance into a strategic instrument for risk management and investment decision-making.

Strategic Perspectives

ESG as a Global Investor Standard

Trey Archer, Business Development Director Asia at GRESB, explained that over 170 global investors, including BlackRock and APG, utilize GRESB benchmarks for investment due diligence.

“Companies with strong ESG transparency are more trusted by investors and have better access to sustainable financing.”

ESG as a Business Transformation Lever

Farida Maharani, Senior Manager of Business Strategy at PT Wijaya Karya (Persero) Tbk, highlighted how ESG integration bolsters operational efficiency and facilitates access to green financing.

“ESG is not just a reporting duty; it is the foundation for building a more resilient and sustainable business model.”

Shifting Paradigm: From Report to Reality

Roni Sulistyo Sutrisno, Co-Founder of Proxsis & Co., emphasized that ESG value emerges when principles are truly applied in asset management and operations, not just annual reports.

“ESG must be integrated into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to systematically manage environmental and social risks alongside financial ones.”

The Future of Investment in Indonesia

The interactive discussion highlighted the necessity of building a stronger ESG ecosystem in Indonesia. Collaboration between industry, regulators, and investors is essential for systematic implementation. In a global investment climate demanding transparency, organizations failing to integrate ESG risk losing access to capital and facing higher funding costs.

The Role of Proxsis Sustainability

As the Official Partner of GRESB in Indonesia, Proxsis Sustainability actively supports companies and asset owners in enhancing their ESG readiness. This includes strategy development, performance measurement, sustainability reporting, and preparation for international benchmarks like GRESB.

About Proxsis Sustainability

Part of the Proxsis & Co. ecosystem—a knowledge-based group with 50+ business units—we empower organizations to build credible and investor-relevant sustainability practices.