Devan Valenti

Devan joins AESG as Director of Sustainability for Australia. With over a decade of dedicated experience in the realm of sustainability across three continents, Devan Valenti holds a deep understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices within the property sector.

He previously served the Asia Pacific market as Senior Manager and ESG Lead for the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) where he provided strategic ESG guidance to both institutional investors and property developers. With a keen understanding of the evolving landscape of sustainability, Devan has leveraged his expertise to guide clients through the intricacies of ESG integration, helping them identify and capitalise on opportunities for long-term value creation.

Throughout Devan’s career, he has spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability across various sectors, the most notable being his involvement in the development of Green Star Buildings, the largest overhaul in the rating tool’s 20-year history. Leading the transformative three-year endeavour, which involved input from over 2,000 influential stakeholders, Green Star Buildings now stands as a cornerstone embraced by most Australian property developers. Noteworthy contributions under Devan’s leadership include the successful introduction of Net Zero requirements and a heightened focus on embodied carbon in building materials within the Green Star framework.

Devan holds a Master’s degree from Stellenbosch University, South Africa, where his thesis delved into the complexities of clean energy policy. Committed to driving tangible impact through ESG integration, he aspires to equip clients with the tools necessary to leverage ESG performance as a catalyst for both business success and positive societal change.

• Position: Director of Sustainability, Australia
• Capability: Array
• Region: Array
• Email Address: info@aesg.com
• Linkedin Profile URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devan-valenti-1314a784/