“Rehda has formed a new ESG committee to lead sustainable development, monitor policies, and support Malaysia’s green property growth.”
Kuala Lumpur, 17th November 2025, 06.26pm – The Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association Malaysia (Rehda) has formed a dedicated environmental, social and governance (ESG) committee to advance sustainability practices within the country’s property sector.
Rehda president Datuk Ho Hon Sang said the new committee will help position the association as a national leader in responsible and future-focused development.
According to Ho, the committee’s key responsibilities include elevating ESG awareness among members, localising global sustainability frameworks for Malaysian use, tracking new regulatory developments, and advising the government on the implications of ESG-related policies.
Ho noted that more developers are now integrating sustainable measures into their projects, signalling the industry’s commitment to environmental protection, long-term business resilience and stronger stakeholder trust.
He added that Rehda will also continue recognising excellence through the GreenRE Sustainable Development Awards, which celebrate Malaysia’s top green-certified developments.
Since GreenRE was introduced in 2013, the rating system has certified over 800 projects covering more than 400 million sq ft of gross floor area. These include residential buildings, retail complexes, data centres and township developments in Malaysia as well as in the United Kingdom, Australia, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand.
Ho also commended the Ministry of Housing and Local Government for its efforts to promote digitisation and harmonise planning guidelines with national housing objectives—initiatives that he said would boost efficiency, transparency and investor confidence.
“A strong property market plays a vital role in Malaysia’s GDP, job creation and community well-being. Continued collaboration between the public and private sectors is essential to building a resilient, inclusive and sustainable housing ecosystem,” he said.
