ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global professional body for professional accountants.
We’re a thriving global community of 241,000 members and 542,000 future members based in 178 countries and regions, who work across a wide range of sectors and industries. We uphold the highest professional and ethical values.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

In 2020, ACCA is responding to the UN’s call for a decade of action to deliver the global goals by setting out a number of specific commitments.

SDG 4: Quality education
– We will offer access to a quality finance and accountancy education that is free from artificial barriers.

SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth
– We will support our community to progress in their careers so they can actively contribute to sustainable economic growth.

SDG 13: Climate action
– We will embed green finance in our qualifications and learning products to improve capability across the profession for climate action.

– We will advise and support governments and regulators to develop and adopt the regulations and reporting practices needed to transition to a net zero carbon economy.

– At ACCA, we’re committing to becoming net zero.

Full details about ACCA’s commitment to UN SDG can be found via https://www.accaglobal.com/hk/en/about-us/sustainable.html

General Enquiry Email Address: hkinfo@accaglobal.com

General Enquiry Phone Number: (852)2524-4988

The Austrian Trade Commission in Hong Kong is an office of ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA, the Foreign Trade Organisation of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber in Vienna.

Since the establishment of the Hong Kong office in 1961, Austrian Trade Commissioners have been exploring business opportunities and providing services to Austrian companies in the region. Reflecting Hong Kong’s role as an entrepot and trade hub, the Trade Commission’s geographical catchment area has always extended beyond the territory. Today, it covers the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau.

Boasting a presence in 120+ countries and territories and 4000+ tertiary institutions worldwide, AIESEC is the world’s largest non-political, not-for-profit youth-run organization that strives to develop leadership in youth.

Believing that youth leadership is the fundamental solution to unlock a better future, every year we engage more than 50,000 youths for leadership development through cross-cultural exchanges and management opportunities.

Asia Society Hong Kong Center (ASHK), established in 1990 by a group of local community leaders as an affiliate of Asia Society, is an independent non-governmental educational organization with the mission to navigate shared futures for Asia and the world in the fields of arts and culture, business and policy.

Association of Metaverse (AoM) advocates and assists in constructing a metaverse world in which everyone can participate. At the same time, we actively deepen cooperation from all walks of life, creates and explore the ESG possibilities between real and virtual worlds, and provide various types of industry information and training.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

2021 is known as the first year of the Metaverse. Across Environment, Social, Governance and other fields, the companies, brands and celebrities are participating in the next wave of innovation. However, with the rapid growth of the new technology, there has been a lot of non-compliance and even fraud occurred in the market. In order to maintain the development order of the industry, the Association of Metaverse (AoM) was established by a group of professionals to build a healthy and sustainable Metaverse.

BloombergNEF (BNEF) is a strategic research provider covering global commodity markets and the disruptive technologies driving the transition to a low-carbon economy. We help commodity trading, corporate strategy, finance and policy professionals navigate change and generate opportunities.

Business Sweden is jointly owned by the Swedish state and the Swedish business sector with a mandate and a mission to help international companies gain access to the Swedish market and help domestic ones utilize it as a platform for expansion. Business Sweden plays an important role in promoting green transition, sustainable growth, and responsible business practices.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

The long-term goal of our sustainability work is to contribute to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals in the 2030 Agenda, the implementation of the Paris Agreement and to Sweden’s green transition to net-zero emissions by 2045. For more information, please visit: https://www.business-sweden.com/about-us/sustainability/

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

Since 2020, Business Sweden in Hong Kong has been organizing a platform with the aims to contribute to a more sustainable Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, by knowledge-sharing, connecting stakeholders and facilitating further discussions between Swedish and local stakeholders. Through this platform, we have been participating and organizing different forms of activities (e.g. exhibitions, webinars, match-making sessions) to promote Sweden, introduce and connect Swedish solution providers with local stakeholders. We welcome stakeholders from Hong Kong who are interested in finding sustainable city solutions that fit the needs of the local context.

Community Business is a not-for-profit organisation whose mission is to lead, inspire and support businesses to make positive impacts on people and communities. A recognised leader in advancing responsible and inclusive business practices in Asia, we work with companies from diverse industries, harnessing the power of business to drive social change.

Finland ranks as the world’s leading country in sustainable development. One of the secrets to Finland’s success in advancing sustainability has been the participatory approach. We need to build a sustainable world together. Finland is generating sustainable solutions for various industries and sectors of life.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

1. The Consulate General of Finland in Hong Kong and Macao wants be a leader discussions to find solutions for sustainability and actively share and showcase what has been done in Finland. We are also eager to learn from others.
2. The Consulate-General also aims to lead by example by continuously striving to make its own internal practices more sustainable. This year our focus is on: reducing energy consumption through renovation of the air-conditioning system, and continuing to improve consumption and recycling habits in order to reduce the use of plastic and food waste.

The Consulate General of Hungary is the diplomatic mission of Hungary in Hong Kong and Macao, comprehensively representing the country including but not limited to consular matters, policy, economic, trade, cultural and science and technology areas. In accordance with rising global awareness, sustainability is becoming an increasingly important aspect of international cooperation for us.

Hungary is responding to climate change with its first (2008) and second (2018) National Climate Change Strategy and its subordinate Action Plans, such as the National Energy Strategy 2030, the National Energy and Climate Plan, the National Clean Development Strategy. Hungary’s transformation is supported by several subsets of policies as well. As a Member State of the European Union, Hungary’s climate policies are in line with those of the EU. Hungary is a party to the Paris Climate Accord.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

1. Increasing our advocacy of sustainability
2. Introducing Hungary’s efforts to contribute to a sustainable future
3. Introducing Hungarian homegrown solutions that fit the local context of Hong Kong
4. Learning and exchange with other stakeholders

Our mission is to enrich our alumni’ post-studies lives by providing best-in-class initiatives to foster lifelong learning and development, to stimulate intergenerational connection & collaboration and to create social impact beyond just doing good in business.

The Danish Chamber of Commerce (DCC) provides a forum for all business which relates to Denmark, or Danish related companies. Thus the focus is on the relations with Denmark and is not specific to the nationalities of individuals. DCC’s objective is to identify, examine and discuss matters of common interest affecting economic, industrial and commercial issues and objectives as well as health and educational matters.

The Drink Without Waste initiative is led by the Single-Use Beverage Packaging Working Group, a coalition of beverage manufacturers and importers, waste handlers and recyclers, institutions, retailers and NGOs in Hong Kong. The Working Group seeks to reduce the volume of used beverage packaging going to waste by 70 to 90%. Drink Without Waste Limited is a registered charitable organisation under Section 88 in Hong Kong.

The Dutch Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1991, is an independent international business association, representing Dutch or Dutch-related companies of all sizes and individuals that have a stake in developing trade in, with, or through Hong Kong. It is a member-driven, not-for-profit, non-governmental organisation of business people, and sustains itself through membership subscriptions, advertisements and events.

The Chamber has over 170 companies as member ranging from global market leading multinationals, SMEs and startups.

Enactus Hong Kong is a student-led charity that promotes social innovation through managing 12 chapters in local universities. We organise the annual Hong Kong Regional Competition of the Enactus World Cup, as well as various training sessions, workshops and mentorship programmes to guide students along their way in idealising and materialising a social enterprise idea. We also collaborate with various corporate partners, NGOs and social enterprises in organising hackathons and case competitions to hone students’ social awareness and business mindset.

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

We are currently organizing various youth-led initiatives to empower university students in Hong Kong. Global Social Innovation Summit (GSIS) is an annual summit that allows students across the globe to tackle issues as a 24-hour hackathon coupled with keynote speech and panel discussion from industry leaders. Our Social Business Mentorship Programme connects undergraduates with nonprofit/social impact professional in the city and allows students to interact with their mentors in small groups to give them an insider’s insight into the sector. Lastly, our Social Business Internship Programme connects undergraduates with 20+ organizations to offer hands on working experience and training workshops to students passionate and eager to learn more about ESG, corporate responsibility and the nonprofit industry.

EuroCham is a non-governmental business interest group. The EuroCham is a ‘Chamber of Chambers’ with its membership comprising of 14 European Chambers based in Hong Kong and 1 in Macau.

Our key objectives are to:

• Provide a European forum to exchange information, discuss common challenges businesses are facing, and publish position papers to put forward our recommendations
• Promote commercial, industrial, financial, scientific, and other economic exchange between Europe, Hong Kong, Macau, and the Greater Bay Area
• Host functions that allow members to network with stakeholders from Europe, Hong Kong, Macau, and the Greater Bay Area, including hosting of officials from the European Union (EU)

EuroCham regognises the key relevance of sustainable development and facilitates the dialogue by organising green events and forums (see EU: The Green Way) and through its Business Councils (European Council for Sustainable Development and Sustainable Fonance Working Group).

The Office of the European Union to Hong Kong and Macao, based in Hong Kong, is one of the 144 EU Delegations and Offices around the world. Its role is to promote the interests of the EU and to build ever closer ties between the EU and Hong Kong, and between the EU and Macao.

General Enquiry Email Address: delegation-hong-kong@eeas.europa.eu

General Enquiry Phone Number: 2537 6083

Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong connects Finnish companies, and companies with close ties to Finland, through business networking, knowledge sharing and market visibility. We want to focus and drive sustainable development together with Finnish innovation and technologies, connect and collaborate.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

1. Match Finnish sustainable industry solutions internationally
2. Drive common sustainability impact in the region
3. Organise relevant and inspiring sustainability events for our members

Flanders Investment & Trade is the trade and investment promotion agency of region of Flanders in Belgium, and the key point of contact for international business in Flanders. We help companies in Flanders to export and internationalize, so that they can grow; we convince companies from around the world to invest and expand their business in Flanders.

The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong has been serving the interests of the French and international business community in Hong Kong for over 35 years.

We help companies set up and expand in Hong Kong while driving closer engagement between the French and local business communities.

German Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong (GCC) today is one of the largest membership organisations among the European national chambers in Hong Kong. GCC serves as a catalyst, promoter and facilitator of members’ interests in Hong Kong and the region. GCC in partnership with German Industry and Commerce Ltd. offers a wide range of services for its members, including regular events, exclusive committees, and tailored marketing opportunities, as well as represents members through important international government and business committees.

Born out of the World Economic Forum, the Global Shapers Community is a network of inspiring young people under the age of 30 working together to address local, regional and global challenges. With more than 10,000 members, the Global Shapers Community spans 457 city-based hubs in 148 countries.

With 10 different nationalities represented, the Hong Kong hub is diverse and comprised of 30 young leaders passionate about making both local and regional impact.

Through various hub supporting projects, the Hong Kong hub also contributes to initiatives on entrepreneurship, smart cities, mental health and more in the capacity of mentors, speakers and organizers. We are proud to have hosted the first Greater China Retreat for hubs in the region, promoting collaboration and exchange across hubs on governance, projects and impact.

The Green Council is a non-profit, non-partisan, tax-exempt charitable (Ref. No.: 91/6063) environmental stewardship organisation and certification body (Reg. No.: HKCAS-027) of Hong Kong established in 2000 and accredited by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). A group of individuals from different sectors of industry and academics shared the vision to help build Hong Kong into a world-class green city for the future. They formed the Green Council with the aim of encouraging the industrial and commercial sectors to include environmental protection in their management and production processes.

With the motto “Conservation begins with Education”, the Green Council is fully committed to continuing education and training on sustainable procurement, environmental management, waste management, energy conservation, etc.

The Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Industry Association (HKECIA) was established in 1990 to promote Hong Kong as a world-class exhibition and convention destination and the trade fair capital of Asia Pacific. It works to represent the interests of all members involved in the exhibition and convention industries, and provides a unified voice in dealing with the government, legislative and statutory bodies, the media and public organisations, on all matters associate with the role of the exhibition and convention industry in Hong Kong’s economy.

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:
The HKECIA holds a strong commitment towards sustainability development. The Sustainability and Operations Sub-committee is identifying and measuring initiatives which target the reduction of waste and the reusing of materials for the industry. The HKECIA is aiming within the next year to establish a “HKECIA Sustainable Charter” which the Association will invite its members to sign as part of their commitment to being an agent for positive change.

As the oldest and largest business association in Hong Kong, the Chamber has been at the forefront of advocating for issues that matter to the general and business communities. That includes pioneering the creation of an Environment and Sustainability Committee in the late 80s, the first of its kind among peers. Since then, the Chamber has been engaged in raising awareness on and championing sustainable business practices based on market-driven principles.

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

A Sustainable Finance Working Group was established by the Chamber in late 2021 to engage with and provide input to the The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group, which comprises financial regulators and government agencies that hold the portfolios for financial services and the environment. The Steering Group was set up in May 2020 to “coordinate the management of climate and environmental risks to the financial sector, accelerate the growth of green and sustainable finance in Hong Kong and support the Government’s climate strategies.”

Founded in September 2018, Hong Kong Green Finance Association (HKGFA) creates a platform that offers channels and opportunities to facilitate the development of green finance and sustainable investments in Hong Kong and beyond. It aims to mobilize both public and private sectors resources and talents in developing green finance policies, to promote green finance business and product innovation within financial institutions.

The Hong Kong PropTech Association (HKPTA) is an independent, not-for-profit organization representing Hong Kong’s PropTech community. The Association aims to build a collaborative ecosystem of real estate technology stakeholders from property developers and technology companies to investors and startups by creating awareness, employment, education, advocacy, and investment opportunities around PropTech. We are dedicated to fostering communication, driving innovation agenda within the property industry, and encouraging technology-enabled solutions to improve our lives, businesses, cities, and the environment.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

Directly addressing economic, environmental and social issues matter to us and our community. The association is committed to advocating for and integrating the adoption of sustainable strategies that follow the recommendations of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG), in particular SDGs #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13. Above all, we are committed to the well being and the greater good of the Hong Kong community.

As a non-profit public organisation established by the Hong Kong Government in 1989, HKQAA is committed to providing professional services to support enterprises and society to address future challenges and foster sustainable development. These services are in the areas of social responsibility, environmental protection, climate risk management, carbon neutrality, green and sustainable finance. Through knowledge sharing and technology transfer, HKQAA also helps enterprises enhance management performance and competitiveness.

The Hong Kong Retail Management Association (HKRMA) was founded in 1983 by a group of visionary retailers with a long-term mission to promote Hong Kong’s retail industry and to present a unified voice on issues that affect all retailers.

HKRMA has been playing a vital role in representing the trade, and raising the status and professionalism of retailing through awards, education and training.

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is a government-subvented body tasked to market and promote Hong Kong as a travel destination worldwide and the World’s Meeting Place with strong business fundamentals and unrivalled attributes as the gateway to Mainland China. Stage your next business event in Hong Kong to enjoy enormous opportunities of the Greater Bay Area. Visit www.mehongkong.com

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IETP is a specialist responsible sourcing program, known for its robust Supplier Certification, remote Social Impact & Environmental Assessments, wide range of capability-building programs, and scalable worker well-being initiatives. We support businesses to measure and achieve their ESG objectives, mitigate labor risks, and deliver safe, ethical workplaces for workers in the global supply chain.

Our sustainability goals for 2023 – 2024:

To deliver safe, ethical workplaces for workers in the global supply chain, IETP has been striving to foster industry collaboration, create impacts, increase efficiency, and reduce costs for businesses. We have set the following sustainability goals for 2023-2024:

• Invite more businesses to join our worker well-being programs, including the newly-launched Family Friendly Factory Program, for supporting factory workers’ needs. Through the provision of childcare, the implementation of flexible working arrangements, and support for breastfeeding mothers, the program not only offers tremendous business benefits for factories, but also supports children’s rights, ensures children are protected, and gives them the opportunity to thrive.
• Deliver a Gender Equality Program to address identified needs for gender equality initiatives in factories, by publishing a Gender Equality Handbook, providing an educational video series, and hosting a variety of capability-building workshops. The Program helps suppliers promote good business, empower female workers, and achieve gender equality.
• Offer an Environmental Assessment; a low cost, online and efficient tool to enable businesses to understand the environmental impact of their global supply chain. With the collection of a range of environmental metrics and the option of either using a stand-alone program or integrating the program into a buyer’s existing environmental initiative, businesses can identify meaningful trends and track progress with their stakeholders for achieving their commitments and targets.
• Empower workers’ voices and enable businesses to effectively operate and report on their due diligence processes, through our Worker Helpline service. By providing free, confidential advice and information to workers, the Helpline acts as a confidential grievance mechanism and enables suppliers to understand and identify potential hazards or workplace concerns they may have been unaware of.

Solutions Showcase:

• Charity/NGO
• Education/Training/Certification
• Sourcing & Supply Chain
• Sustainability Services

General Enquiry Email Address: info@ethicaltoyprogram.org

General Enquiry Phone Number: (+852) 2111 2462

The Institute of Shopping Centre Management (ISCM) is a non-profit making organization founded by a group of local shopping centre professionals, certified practitioners and professors in the shopping centre management industry. As a professional society and a recognized governing body in Hong Kong, ISCM aims to standardize and enrich the overall professional profiles within the industry and act as a representative in the shopping centre industry.

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is one of the world’s most respected professional engineering associations. Established in 1818, it has 95,000 members across the globe. ICE’s vision is to place civil engineering at the heart of society, delivering sustainable development through knowledge, skills and professional expertise.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

• Place the decarbonisation of our industry at the heart of our agenda (UNSDG 9.4)
• Working with others, both in the UK and overseas, to build resilience and mitigate the significant effects of climate change (UNSDG 13)
• Transform the availability of potable water and sanitation across the world (UNSDG 6 & 7)
• Transform the productivity of our industry by driving modern methods of procurement and manufacture (UNSDG 8 & 9)
• Enhance the knowledge, insight and ethical understanding of engineers wherever they work across the world

Lever Foundation is a global NGO based in the United States and operating across Asia. Lever Foundation works with leading food companies in Hong Kong and across the region to help them upgrade their protein sourcing for a more humane, safe and sustainable supply chain, with a focus on cage-free eggs and alternative protein.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

1. Help ensure the products being sourced by leading food companies are obtained in a responsible and sustainable way (SDG 12)
2. Help promote food safety and welfare of animals (SDG 3, SDG 15)
3. Help promote sustainable alternatives of meat (SDG 2, SDG 3, SDG 13)

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

We engage and partner with many leading local and global companies to assist them with their transitioning to using cage-free eggs and alternative proteins (such as plant-based meat and cell-based meat).

The New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (NZCCHK) was founded on 4 January 1982 to promote the New Zealand economic presence in Hong Kong. Since then the continued increases in capital and trade flows between New Zealand, Hong Kong and the People’s Republic of China have been factors in the Chamber’s activities. NZCCHK is a not-for-profit organisation.

General Enquiry Email Address: exec.officer@nzcchk.com

NorCham HK was established in 1984 and is a platform for Norwegian companies in Hong Kong, or also for representatives of local companies which have links to Norway or take an interest in Norway, as well as individuals.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

To arrange for the exchange of information and experience between members of The Chamber, which includes sharing sustainable practices.

To contribute to the enhancement of the image of Norway as a global leader in sustainability in Hong Kong; and promote commercial exchange between Norway and Hong Kong.

Since its expansion in 2005, the Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong (OPCFHK) has allocated over $98.62 million to fund 536 research projects on cetaceans, giant pandas and many other species. We are committed to advocating, facilitating and participating in effective conservation of Asian wildlife, with an emphasis on Chinese white dolphins and giant pandas as well as their habitats. This will be achieved through partnerships, fundraising, research and education.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

We are committed to advocating, facilitating and participating in effective conservation of Asian wildlife, with an emphasis on Chinese white dolphins and giant pandas as well as their habitats by:

1. Asian Research Funding Projects

2.Marine Life Stranding Response Programme

3. Conservation Education

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

OPCFHK involves various local conservation works. e.g. local marine life stranding investigation, wild monkeys contraceptive programme, seahorse survey and tagging project, etc. We believe by supporting these project can accelerate a sustainable future to our next generation.

Vision:
To effect a path- breaking paradigm Shift among SMEs toward CSR and business sustainability in the Greater China Region

Mission:
1. Advocate CSR as a progressive management model for SMEs to achieve business sustainability

2. Promote innovative CSR practices among SMEs for the benefits of economic, social and environmental sustainability

3. Upgrade the business sustainability literacy and professionalize sustainability management among SMEs

4. Cultivate elitist SMEs business sustainability leadership

5. Facilitate executive knowledge sharing on CSR and sustainability management among SMEs

Bertrand Piccard, with the Solar Impulse Foundation, have identified 1000+ Solutions that protect the environment in a financially profitable way and will present them to decision-makers in order to accelerate the transition to a carbon neutral economy.

The SAC brings together expertise from across the globe to develop sustainable solutions that redefine the textile and apparel industry. It’s vision is for a global consumer goods industry that gives more than it takes — to the planet and its people.

SFi is a community of private investors who believe in Capital that Matters. Our mission is to mobilise private capital for positive impact

We empower family offices, private investors and financial services professionals with the knowledge and expertise to invest for purpose and profit

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

• Expand the discourse and knowledge around impact investing and sustainable finance skills
• Supporting impact start-ups and funds gain access to private capital
• Build a diverse and active impact community

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

Since 2018, Sustainable Finance Initiative has been dedicated to helping family offices and private investors embark on their sustainable finance journeys. Now, in 2022 we are proud to announce the launch of our new platform, New Impact Society, dedicated to helping finance professionals on important career upskilling- sustainable finance training.

What is New Impact Society (NIS)?

An impact education platform for financial professionals to level up and take action! We offer education, inspiration and career focused networks for sustainable finance professionals.

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong promotes Swedish business in Hong Kong. We build networks among corporations of all sizes within Hong Kong and Sweden. Our organization operates by four Swedish values; Open, Caring, Innovative, and Sustainable. With Swedish companies globally being identified as sustainable, it comes natural for us to support and drive the sustainable development, change, and impact in Hong Kong.

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong

We have a dedicated sustainability committee, consisting of company leaders and individual members, working actively with sustainable development and how it can affect Hong Kong by e.g. releasing regular position papers on key matters.

In the position paper from October 2020, we covered Swedish companies ability to facilitate and support a green recovery in Hong Kong with specific policy advice regarding: Energy Transition and Decarbonization, Transportation, Recycling and Waste Management, Plastic Waste, the Financial Sector and the Tourism Sector.

This year, a new position paper will be released on the fact that sustainable development should be given top priority in Hong Kong. The paper’s four focus areas are Business and Government Collaboration, Rapid Decarbonization, Green Buildings and Green Transition of Hong Kong’s Food System.

Furthermore, through a strategic partnership with the Consulate General of Sweden and the Business Environment Council (BEC), the sustainability committee co-hosted a seminar called “Pioneering the green transition”. Among other things, industry leaders shared insights into how Sweden has worked to create concrete roadmaps for their green transition in 22 different industry sectors and how it relates to Hong Kong’s latest Climate Action Plan. Looking ahead, another seminar is scheduled together with BEC for June 17.

The Alliance for Sustainable Schools (TASS) is a network of schools working together to help accelerate the transition to a sustainable future through our shared commitment to the principles and pledges of the Sustainable Schools Charter.

As a community of practice, The Alliance connects, aligns and amplifies the efforts and know-how of sustainability practitioners including students in schools around the region.

We leverage our collective influence and partner with innovators to catalyze systems change in four key areas: sustainable school food, sustainable school buses, sustainable school uniforms and sustainable school buildings.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

• To have 100 school principals sign the Sustainable Schools Charter and become members of TASS.
• To raise the profile of sustainability in schools throughout APAC and the middle east.
• To further develop programs to catalyse systems change in the sustainability of the following services to schools – school buildings, school buses, school uniforms and school food.

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

TASS is working with partners to develop and pilot innovative programs that are focussed on systemic change in the sustainability of services provided to schools. For example –

1. On the issue of school uniform waste, last year TASS partnered with Retykle to pilot a trading platform for second hand school uniforms that aims to increase 10x the sales of second hand school uniforms.
2. On food, TASS also worked with students at Kellett to lobby Sodexo (their school food provider) to provide more sustainable school food in the canteen.
3. On school buses, TASS is working with ASB Biodiesel and the Clean Air Network to lobby school bus companies to use biodiesel made from waste – a nearly zero carbon fuel, or to start using electric school buses on some routes (like Shenzhen does).
4. On school buildings, this year we plan to start working with HK GBC and leading architects and school building committees to significantly reduce the carbon footprint (operating and embodied) of new school buildings.

The Chamber is one of Hong Kong’s biggest and most active independent international business organisations representing a broad span of British, Hong Kong and international companies doing business in, with, or through Hong Kong.

The Chamber encourages diversity in its membership and activities and has a 1,000 members from the biggest multinationals through to a broad range of medium and smaller companies and start-ups. The Chamber’s aim is to help our members grow their business, and promote and represent their business interests by providing representation and advocacy; networking and brand exposure; as well as information and insight.

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong provides an extensive networking platform for members with business interests in Canada, Hong Kong, Mainland China, and the broader Asia-Pacific region. With over 1,900 members, they are one of the largest Canadian business organizations outside of Canada. The Chamber alongside their Sustainable Development Committee has been actively promoting sustainable social, environmental and economic development in the Hong Kong community since 1997.

The Consulate General of Sweden is the official representation of Sweden in Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR. The Consulate General promotes Sweden and Swedish interests, as well as cooperation, trade and exchanges between Sweden and Hong Kong and Sweden and Macau. It also provides consular services and support to Swedish citizens.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

• Sweden is fossil-free and climate-neutral by 2045

The Greek Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong contributes to the economic and cultural growth of Hong Kong and Greece by promoting, encouraging and building economic, business, cultural and educational exchanges. We promote sustainable business practices to minimize negative environmental impact and support local communities. We organize events and activities that support social and environmental causes, and collaborate with local organizations/ government bodies.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

1. Encourage sustainable business practices among members (circular economy principles, responsible sourcing)
2. Advocate for sustainable economic policies (renewable energy incentives, sustainable transportation options, green infrastructure investments)
3. Promote sustainable trade and responsible practices
4. Raise awareness of sustainability issues through education and events
5. Collaborate on social and environmental issues with local organizations and government bodies

The HKUST Sustainability/Net-Zero Office is committed to supporting HKUST in creating a more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable campus to support the university’s goals and priorities. Our vision is for HKUST to become a global leader by transforming our campus into a net-zero carbon, zero waste, and positive impact living laboratory for experiential learning and research within a vibrant and engaged community.

Our sustainability goals for 2022:

1. The HKUST 2028 Sustainability Challenge aligns with the university’s Strategic Plan and incorporates core elements in sustainability education, living lab, building our community, in addition to progress and performance.
2. We also focus on accelerating our campus transition to a target of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
3. Implementing the Sustainable Smart Campus initiative that can maximize our use of the campus as a living lab.

Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:

We also focus on actions and educational strategies to prepare students to meet the challenges of a carbon-constrained world through the development of resources to build sustainability-related skills and competencies. We are hosting the program office of Hong Kong Jockey Club Responsible Consumer program that is launched across all 8 Universities in Hong Kong to ensure student engagement is consistent with the learning pedagogies and priorities.

The Irish Chamber of Commerce is the connection point for the Irish business community in Hong Kong. The Chamber aims serve members by delivering initiatives and events of value. With the rising importance of sustainability in business, the Chamber has formed a sustainability committee and continues to deliver events surrounding the topic.

The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and Macao is a non-profit organisation established in March 1997 and serves as a common platform for Italian and International Members to interact with each other, attend events, receive assistance, and maximise opportunities to gain exposure and establish new business connections.

Our sustainability goals for 2023:

• Through the help of the Green & Circular Economy Committee, we aim to map initiatives that can generate business opportunities, share knowledge, and educate members and non-members about adopting sustainable principles in their business models.
• The Committee aims at challenging businesses and providing initiatives to rethink and grasp business opportunities in Hong Kong. In various industries such as finance, F&B, and fashion. The three main pillars are: Create Value for Chamber’s Members, Export Italian Know-How, and Leverage the Institutional Dialogue.

General Enquiry Email Address: icc@icc.org.hk

The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. We work in Hong Kong to invest in nature-based solutions while empowering its urban population to address critical environmental challenges. Leveraging our data-backed science and global expertise, we aim to improve the local ecological, economic and social values of Hong Kong’s natural resources.