ABOUT US

Imbue Sustainability’s multidisciplinary team uses  technical expertise and deep understanding of sustainability in the built environment to help property developers, corporates, asset and portfolio managers, institutions and facilities navigate the complexities of transforming property assets towards sustainability, optimum performance and profitability.

Imbue covers the entire journey for both new builds and existing assets – from feasibility and design, to implementation, maintenance and continuous monitoring – giving clients confidence that their environmental ESG commitments are met.

Based in Cape Town, working primarily in South Africa, Imbue has a firm footprint in Gauteng and other provinces. Additionally, Imbue’s services now extend to other African countries, with initial projects underway in Kenya and Botswana.

● Faculty & Staff

OUR TEAM

SIMON PENSO

ND Mech. Eng. – Director & Founder

  • A mechanical engineer by training, Simon mastered the management of transitioning ‘ordinary’ buildings into flagship examples of sustainability. His big picture approach to the planning and execution of sustainability initiatives across renewable energy and building performance, ensures outstanding outcomes and return on investment for clients. 

    While Simon works with a strong team to oversee all aspects of operations at Imbue Sustainability, he is also a Director of Solid Green, where he established and heads up the Solid Green Performance division. All green building consulting projects and certifications are undertaken by Solid Green, and Imbue Sustainability focuses on its industry-leading services in renewable energy solutions and utility optimisation. The collaboration between the two companies ensures a comprehensive and focused approach for every client.

    During his time as Managing Director of Spire Sustainable Solutions and National Facility Manager for Spire Property Management, Simon was involved in the positioning of the Tower Property Fund as a green fund: identifying the potential for and implementing green initiatives to transform the portfolio ahead of its listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange as a Real Estate Investment Trust.

    Simon serves as a Green Star SA Assessor, providing independent assessment services to the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA), and is a Green Star SA Faculty member. He presents green building training workshops on existing buildings, and is a member of the Green Star SA Technical Advisory Group for GBCSA. In 2023 Simon received the GBCSA Leadership Award: Established Green Star, recognising his significant contribution to sustainability initiatives in the built environment.

    Simon draws inspiration from the great outdoors, where he loves sailing, mountain biking, hiking, fly fishing and travel.

Jenni Lombaard

BSc. (Hons) – Head of Projects

Tobie Steyn

BSc.Eng (Chem) – Head of Data Analytics

  • From inception to completion and beyond, Tobie ensures sound qualitative and quantitative analysis to assess viability, risk, and ongoing performance to maximise financial, social, and environmental returns. Tobie continues to hone the company’s technical systems, tool development, and internal methodologies, focusing on accuracy and transparency in all of Imbue’s data work and reporting.

    In his free time Tobie pursues a host of hobbies in music, video media, writing, and fitness.

DANON Pina

BSc. (Hons) – Head of Projects

  • Danon started at Imbue as a Green Star consultant, but his focus quickly shifted to the renewable energy side of the company. Danon has now managed over 10 MWp of solar PV projects. His project and programme management skills are complemented by a strong foundation in operational oversight and business development, enabling him to align technical solutions with client objectives. Passionate about creating meaningful environmental impact, Danon combines his construction experience with sustainability-focused consulting to deliver projects that are both practical and future-focused. Outside of his professional work, he is an avid trail runner, outdoor enthusiast, and photographer.

  • Prior to this, Jenni spent 16 years in corporate interior design and facilities management, collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders to deliver innovative and functional workplace solutions. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to motivate and lead teams, fostering collaborative environments that emphasise quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

    As the Business Partnership Lead at Imbue Sustainability, Jenni focuses on fostering strong collaborations with clients, contractors, and strategic partners to drive the integration of sustainable principles across all stages of the building lifecycle. Her approach emphasises aligning business objectives with environmental goals, ensuring that sustainability delivers both long-term value and measurable impact.

    Jenni is an avid runner who stops to admire the view, or to investigate small plants along the way.