BEC Business Transformation Theatre
BEC
商業轉型演講廳
BEC Business Transformation Theatre BEC 商業轉型演講廳
Day 1 – Thursday 12 Sept
Business-Policy Nexus for Circularity and Sustainable Living
The sustainability agenda has evolved over time, from pollution control and social compliance to actively addressing climate change, circular economy, and liveability issues. The conventional linear economy model does not factor into environmental costs properly, and we count on governments with major responsibility to consider policy changes to meet sustainability challenges. In the past decade, corporates have started to reconsider their business models, explore if they can sustain business growth while reducing resource depletion, or even co-create wider environmental and social benefits in their operations. The latest ESG trends have prompted more businesses to embark on their sustainability journey.
This programme aims at highlighting the role of business and policy in accelerating circularity and improving liveability in our world with limited resources. A closer look will be taken at latest sustainability challenges in Hong Kong and the wider region that BEC and other partners are trying to tackle, such as the unprecedented volume of waste, nature depletion and barriers of energy transition. We will explore how business initiatives and policy instruments could contribute to solving crisis and decoupling economic growth with resource consumption. The business-policy interdependence, synergy, and very often, misalignment will be discussed in depth.
In partnership with
Business Environment Council
Booth BEC6
Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) is an independent, charitable corporate membership organisation, established by the business sector in Hong Kong.
Since its establishment in 1992, BEC has been at the forefront of promoting environmental excellence by advocating the uptake of clean technologies and practices which reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility.
BEC offers sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, assessment, training and award programmes for government, business and the community, thus enabling environmental protection and contributing to the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
Meet our speakers:
Katie Chan
Senior Officer – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Suki Han
Assistant Manager
Business Environment Council
Clement Cheung
Assistant Manager – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Kevin O’Brien
Chairman, Business Environment Council
Business Environment Council
Simon Ng
Chief Executive Officer
Business Environment Council
CF Leung
Director – Operations
Business Environment Council
Supported by
Hong Kong Waste Management Association
Meet our speakers:
11:00 – 11:10
Speakers
Kevin O’Brien
Chairman, Business Environment Council
Business Environment Council
Kevin O’Brien
Business Environment Council
Chairman, Business Environment Council
Kevin O’Brien is the Chief Executive of Gammon Construction. He has over 30 years’ extensive management experience in the construction and engineering industry covering both the private and public sectors. He is a fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors. He is the Chairman of the Business Environment Council.
My Sustainability Goals for 2023:
Personal: Taking the best examples and decisions and applying them to my own behaviors and habits.
Business: Start the race on our SBTI journey.
Society: Leading BEC to help Hong Kong accelerate towards net zero.
Supported by
Business Environment Council
Booth BEC6
Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) is an independent, charitable corporate membership organisation, established by the business sector in Hong Kong.
Since its establishment in 1992, BEC has been at the forefront of promoting environmental excellence by advocating the uptake of clean technologies and practices which reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility.
BEC offers sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, assessment, training and award programmes for government, business and the community, thus enabling environmental protection and contributing to the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
Meet our speakers:
Katie Chan
Senior Officer – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Suki Han
Assistant Manager
Business Environment Council
Clement Cheung
Assistant Manager – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Kevin O’Brien
Chairman, Business Environment Council
Business Environment Council
Simon Ng
Chief Executive Officer
Business Environment Council
CF Leung
Director – Operations
Business Environment Council
11:10 – 12:00
The 2023 Policy Address has underscored our city’s ambition for a liveable, innovative, and green Hong Kong. To achieve this vision, the integration of new technologies and materials sometimes necessitates innovative approaches to navigate approval processes, which are not always clearly defined under current regulations.
In this session, we will explore, under the stages of the project life cycle—development, construction, operation, and stakeholder engagement, highlighting the challenges and opportunities at each stage. Our expert panellists will share insights and case studies that reveal the keys to effective partnership to achieve sustainable objectives in urban development projects.
Learnings
- How can partnerships between public and private sectors bridge gaps throughout the project life cycle for innovative sustainable urban development projects?
- In what ways can the business sector contribute to sustainability and decarbonisation goals through effective partnership?
- What are the best practices and major challenges encountered in fostering these partnerships?
Post-event Actions
- Gain a deeper understanding of the potential for partnerships in sustainable urban development.
- Explore streamlined processes for implementing partnership that can lead to successful sustainable living environments.
Speakers
Moderator
Clement Cheung
Assistant Manager – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Clement Cheung
Business Environment Council
Assistant Manager – Policy & Research
Clement Cheung is an environmental professional specializing in multi-stakeholder engagement and impact initiatives to promote sustainability in business operations. His work focuses on fostering collaboration among businesses, policy makers, and communities to achieve shared sustainability goals. In his role in Business Environment Council, Clement is leading the research study in the Hong Kong Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition. Clement also has experience working in the higher education sector, specifically in educational administration and environmental education within a university setting. Clement is a Well AP.
Albert Chan
Dean of Students
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Albert Chan
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Dean of Students
A Chartered Construction Manager, Engineer, Project Manager, and Surveyor by profession, Ir Prof. Chan has worked in a number of tertiary institutions both in Hong Kong and overseas. He was a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head of the School of Building and Planning at the University of South Australia. Ir Prof. Chan joined the Department of Building and Real Estate of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University in 1996 and was Associate Head (Teaching) from 2005 to 2011; Associate Dean and Interim Dean of the Faculty of Construction and Environment from 2011 to 2013, and from 2013 to 2014 respectively. He was Head of Department of Building and Real Estate from 2015 to 2021 and is currently Dean of Students, Associate Director of Research Institute for Sustainable Urban Development, Able Endowed Professor in Construction Health and Safety, Chair Professor of Construction Engineering and Management, and Chief Warden of PolyU Students Halls of Residence.
Sam Chan
Senior Manager
Construction Industry Council
Sam Chan
Construction Industry Council
Senior Manager
Mr. Sam CHAN has over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry. Before joining the Construction Industry Council (CIC) in 2018, Mr. CHAN was the Technical Director and Authorized Signatory of an Registered General Building Contractor specialized in repair and maintenance, Alteration and Addition (A&A) and fitting-out works. Mr. CHAN joined the Construction Innovation and Technology Fund (CITF) Department of the CIC in 2018 to administer the operation of the $2.2B fund aimed at encouraging wider adoption of innovative construction methods and new technologies in the construction industry and building up the capacity of industry practitioners and tertiary students of construction-related disciplines to build an innovative culture and mind-set.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
The construction industry is a major contributor in achieving the target of net-zero. One of key initiatives under the CITF is promoting the use of more energy efficient and environmentally friendly construction equipment or methods such as zero-emission construction plants which can improve the environmental performance in the construction process.
Joe Chow
Head of Energy and Sustainability
City Facilities Management (HKG) Limited
Joe Chow
City Facilities Management (HKG) Limited
Head of Energy and Sustainability
Ir Joe Chow is a Chartered Engineer at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and Energy Institute with more than 15 years of experience in sustainable engineering and facilities management.
Currently, Joe is the Asia Head of Energy and Sustainability at City Facilities Management (HKG) Limited. He is responsible for managing a wide range of energy saving projects and sustainability activities for the partners covering 5,000+ retail stores in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore and Malaysia.
Joe is serving various public duties including the Vice President of the IFMA Hong Chapter and the Immediate Past President of the ASHRAE Hong Kong Chapter
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Working together towards carbon neutrality future and accelerate the actions at now.
Sophia Wong
Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability
Champion REIT
Sophia Wong
Champion REIT
Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability
Sophia Wong is the Head of Communications and Sustainability at Champion REIT, a leading real estate investment trust in Hong Kong. She is responsible for leading Champion REIT’s internal and external communications, including sustainability, community engagement and branding, with over 20 years of experience in the field.
Sophia has been instrumental in devising Champion REIT’s sustainability strategy, including the establishment of 2030 ESG targets in alignment of SDGs of United Nations. Over the years, she has developed a strong passion in sustainability especially green and wellness initiatives. These efforts have led to several top honours of the Trust, including Hong Kong Sustainability Grand Award from The Hong Kong Management Association, the first-in-Hong Kong Triple Platinum certifications for existing building and the award-winning Love・Play・Farm project at Langham Place.
Supported by
Business Environment Council
Booth BEC6
Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) is an independent, charitable corporate membership organisation, established by the business sector in Hong Kong.
Since its establishment in 1992, BEC has been at the forefront of promoting environmental excellence by advocating the uptake of clean technologies and practices which reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility.
BEC offers sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, assessment, training and award programmes for government, business and the community, thus enabling environmental protection and contributing to the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
Meet our speakers:
Katie Chan
Senior Officer – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Suki Han
Assistant Manager
Business Environment Council
Clement Cheung
Assistant Manager – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Kevin O’Brien
Chairman, Business Environment Council
Business Environment Council
Simon Ng
Chief Executive Officer
Business Environment Council
CF Leung
Director – Operations
Business Environment Council
With thanks to
City Facilities Management (HKG) Limited
Booth D23
City Facilities Management (HKG) Ltd is one of the world’s largest privately owned FM companies. City offers a wide range of services from maintenance to project management to partners such as DFI in Hong Kong, Macau and Singapore. City are experts in enhancing the energy efficiency of facilities and reducing their environmental impact. City works with multi-site retailers and property owners around the world and adopts a unique partnership model that enables the self-delivery of the full range of maintenance services.
Our sustainability goals for 2024:
- Embracing a Greener Future: Committed to slashing carbon footprints by adopting energy-efficient practices and technologies.
- Powering Efficiency: On a mission to boost energy efficiency across all properties, making every watt count.
- Cooling Responsibly: Reducing HFC usage in air conditioning and refrigeration systems, believing in cooling responsibly for a healthier planet.
Solutions Showcase:
- Carbon Management/Carbon Offset
- ESG Reporting/Consultancy
- Facilities Management
- Sustainability Services
- Technology & Innovation
UN SDG(s) that we align with:
- SDG 1 No Poverty
- SDG 2 Zero Hunger
- SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 5 Gender Equality
- SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13 Climate Action
- SDG 14 Life below Water
- SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Legal Name: City Facilities Management (HKG) Limited
General Enquiry Email Address: enquiries.hk@cityholdings.asia
General Enquiry Phone Number: 37085400
General Business Address: 37F,AIA Tower, Landmark East, 100 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong
Meet our speakers:
Champion REIT
Champion REIT is a real estate investment trust formed to own and invest in Grade A income-producing office and retail properties in prime locations. It currently offers investors direct exposure to nearly 3 million sq. ft. of prime office and retail floor area, including two HK landmark properties, Three Garden Road and Langham Place, and joint venture stake in 66 Shoe Lane in Central London.
Our sustainability goals for 2024:
- To realise the goals under our 2030 ESG roadmap in alignment of nine UNSDGs
- To align all business and environmental decisions with our stakeholders for a better Net Zero transition by 2045
- To harness the essence of collaborative power for advancing sustainability in all aspects, including “climate resilience”, “wellness” and “diversity and inclusion”
UN SDG(s) that we align with:
- SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 5 Gender Equality
- SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13 Climate Action
- SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Legal Name: Eagle Asset Management (CP) Limited
General Enquiry Email Address: info@eam.com.hk
General Enquiry Phone Number: 28791288
General Business Address: Suite 3008 Great Eagle Center, 23 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Meet our speakers:
12:00 – 12:50
Nature is essential to sustaining the survival of all life forms on this planet and ensures the stability of a fully functioning society and economy. On a global level, companies face growing calls to reduce their nature impacts and protect biodiversity.
This session will delve into the business landscape when it comes to action, engagement and disclosure on nature topics. We will invite panellists to share their experiences with nature-related topics from a business perspective, including piloting TNFD, understanding supply chain and risk management, identifying challenges and finding opportunities to integrate nature into business strategies. We will also discuss policy instruments and developments to support this agenda, such as Hong Kong’s upcoming Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan and the business-nature interlink.
Learnings
- What nature-related risks are businesses already facing and will increasingly face? Why should businesses pay greater attention to their nature impacts through the supply chain?
- Better understand how changing policy drivers will accelerate business engagement with nature
- How companies are leading in efforts to assess and disclose their nature impacts through TNFD
Post-event Actions
- Rethink the direct and indirect impacts of your business and industry on nature and biodiversity, looking beyond the boundary of Hong Kong and into the value chain.
- Understand the importance of nature for businesses, particularly from a supply-chain and risk management lens, and how these can materialise as both risks and opportunities for corporates.
Speakers
Moderator
Katie Chan
Senior Officer – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Katie Chan
Business Environment Council
Senior Officer – Policy & Research
Katie works on BEC’s Policy & Research team where she contributes to the development of policy positions on Hong Kong’s existing and emerging environmental challenges and drives the delivery of impactful projects to embed sustainability into business strategy and the city’s broader climate transition. Katie currently leads the team’s nature-related work to narrow the gap between business and nature, incorporate biodiversity considerations into local policy and business decision-making, and supports other sectoral decarbonisation initiatives, such as the aviation sector through sustainable aviation fuel.
Prior to working in Hong Kong, Katie worked in the UK to deliver analysis and thought leadership to impact investors and sustainability-minded corporates on climate change policy, the blue economy, biodiversity and nature conservation. Katie is a Geography graduate of King’s College London.
My Sustainability Goal for 2024:
- Mainstreaming biodiversity protection into Hong Kong’s business decision-making and policy landscape.
- Engage key stakeholders and facilitate collaboration to bring about positive and impactful industry change for nature, biodiversity, and the broader environment.
Simeon Cheng
Group Director – Sustainability
Vitasoy International Holdings Ltd
Simeon Cheng
Vitasoy International Holdings Ltd
Group Director – Sustainability
Simeon Cheng is the Group Director of sustainability of Vitasoy International Holdings Limited. He is a sustainability professional with 30 years of experience leading the development of sustainability strategies and overseeing implementation in consultancy and corporate environments.
Before joining Vitasoy, he served in environmental and sustainability leadership roles at the MTR Corporation and CLP Holdings Limited. He has also served in many external roles including being a board member on GRI’s Global Sustainability Standards Board between 2015/2016.
Simeon holds a Fellowship in Chemical Engineering with the Institution of Chemical Engineers, UK, a Fellowship with the Hong Kong Institute of Environmental Impact Assessment, and degrees in business administration and law.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Stronger policy support on environmental issues;
Elevate awareness on key sustainability topics in society;
David Gallacher
Executive Director, Environment
AECOM
David Gallacher
AECOM
Executive Director, Environment
Dr. David Gallacher is an environmental specialist with AECOM and has worked across the Asia region, primarily based in Hong Kong but also spending time in Shanghai, Delhi and Singapore. He has an academic background in ecology and environmental management and possesses experience in a wide range of project types, including environmental planning, impact assessment and monitoring, nature-based solution design, sustainable urban planning , water-sensitive urban design and ESG Reporting. David is currently the chairperson of the Hong Kong Institute of Environmental Impact Assessment and a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Promoting a more quantitative understanding of our relationships with nature by leveraging new technologies, allowing us to identify risks and dependences and plan for a nature-positive future
Melanie Kwok 郭鎧怡
Sino Group Assistant General Manager and Head of Sustainability
Sino Group
Melanie Kwok 郭鎧怡
Sino Group
Sino Group Assistant General Manager and Head of Sustainability
Melanie is the Assistant General Manager (Sustainability) and the Head of Sustainability of Sino Group. She oversees a range of sustainability projects related to ESG. Being a specialist in the realm of Sustainable Development for nearly 20 years, Melanie has also gained extensive experiences in Sustainable Tourism and Stakeholder Engagement.
Melanie holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management from the Imperial College London, a Master Degree of Science in Environment and Development from the London School of Economics and Political Science, a Master Degree in Sustainable Business from the University of Cambridge. She is also a certified Sustainable Tourism Professional by Global Sustainable Tourism Council.
Melanie is serving various public duties, including the Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC)’s Environment & Sustainability Committee, a member of the Publicity Working Group of Environmental Campaign Committee (ECC), a sub-committee member on Youth and Capacity Building of the Environment and Ecology Bureau, HKSAR Government and a member of the Advisory Committee on Recycling Fund (RFAC) of the Environment and Ecology Bureau, HKSAR Government.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024
Joining hands with our stakeholders in creating better lifescapes.
Sophia Zhu
Special Advisor, Development and Strategy
Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden
Sophia Zhu
Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden
Special Advisor, Development and Strategy
Sophia Zhu is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience in strategic governance, environmental sustainability, and organisational growth. As the Special Advisor of Development and Strategy at Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden (KFBG), she leverages her expertise to advance conservation efforts, drive innovative approaches to protecting biodiversity, and work with corporations to integrate these principles into their business strategies.
With a passion for integrating science, art, and philosophy, Sophia brings a holistic perspective to understanding and safeguarding our natural world. Her experience spans both the corporate and non-profit sectors, allowing her to bridge the gap between business imperatives and environmental stewardship.
Previously, as Managing Director and Head of Compliance Testing APAC at Citigroup, Sophia built and led a regional compliance team, introduced climate risk management frameworks, and spearheaded transformative organizational changes. Her work in the financial sector provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities businesses face in adopting sustainable practices.
Sophia also serves as a Trustee at the Croucher Foundation, where she has led governance reforms and provided strategic direction. Her expertise in trust-based philanthropy and stakeholder engagement has been instrumental in fostering collaboration and driving impactful change.
At KFBG, Sophia combines her strategic planning skills, environmental knowledge, and leadership experience to further the organization’s mission of nature conservation and sustainable living. She bridges corporate sustainability goals with practical conservation efforts, enhancing the impact of KFBG’s initiatives.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Corporations start to engage in proactive biodiversity enhancement and habitat restoration work.
Supported by
Business Environment Council
Booth BEC6
Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) is an independent, charitable corporate membership organisation, established by the business sector in Hong Kong.
Since its establishment in 1992, BEC has been at the forefront of promoting environmental excellence by advocating the uptake of clean technologies and practices which reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility.
BEC offers sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, assessment, training and award programmes for government, business and the community, thus enabling environmental protection and contributing to the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
Meet our speakers:
Katie Chan
Senior Officer – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Suki Han
Assistant Manager
Business Environment Council
Clement Cheung
Assistant Manager – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Kevin O’Brien
Chairman, Business Environment Council
Business Environment Council
Simon Ng
Chief Executive Officer
Business Environment Council
CF Leung
Director – Operations
Business Environment Council
With thanks to
Sino Group
Booth C54
Sustainability is central to what we do at Sino Group and integrated into all aspects of our business and operation as we seek to create value for stakeholders and build a more sustainable future. We bring our mission of Creating Better Lifescapes to life through work on three strategic and interconnected pillars – Green Living, Community Spirit and Innovative Design. Committed and together, we build better communities where people live, work and play.
Our sustainability goals for 2024:
- Science-based Target of reducing 53.1% Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions per square metre from the 2018 baseline and setting a new target to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions in line with Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) methodology
- Reduction in electricity use intensity by 30% from the 2018 baseline
- Conducting of climate risk assessments at Sino Land’s wholly-owned new development projects, where applicable
- Obtaining BEAM Plus Gold or above certification at all of Sino Land’s wholly-owned new development projects, where applicable
UN SDG(s) that we align with:
- SDG 1 No Poverty
- SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 4 Quality Education
- SDG 5 Gender Equality
- SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13 Climate Action
- SDG 14 Life below Water
- SDG 15 Life on Land
- SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Legal Name: Sino Administration Services Limited
General Enquiry Email Address: info@sino.com
General Enquiry Phone Number: 2132 8718
General Enquiry Office Address: 11-12/F Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, Salisbury Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Meet our speakers:
13:50 – 14:40
Partnerships foster synergistic relationships, enabling organisations from diverse backgrounds to drive collective progress. Collaboration serves as the cornerstone for achieving shared objectives, uniting distinct entities towards common ambitions. In a pioneering initiative, a tripartite partnership in the Hong Kong International Airport has launched a renewable diesel pilot project, making HKIA the first airport in Asia to utilise renewable diesel which also marks a significant stride towards the net-zero target. Renewable diesel emerges as a viable medium-term alternative, bridging the gap in the transition to greener operations. The panel discussion will delve into the collaborative efforts, the challenges surmounted, and the implications for sustainable aviation practices.
Learnings
- How can companies from 4 differing sectors to join hands for “renewing” sustainability?
- How is the world’s busiest cargo airport planning to progress towards its net-zero target?
- How partnerships can accelerate the development and implementation of decarbonisation solutions?
- What are the key factors that builds a positive partnership?
Post-event Actions
- Gain insights on leveraging the strength of stakeholders through partnerships.
- Explore partnership opportunities within your value-chain.
Speakers
Moderator
Benny Siu
Head of Safety, Sustainability and Quality Assurance
Hactl
Benny Siu
Hactl
Head of Safety, Sustainability and Quality Assurance
Benny Siu, Head of Safety, Sustainability and Quality Assurance of Hactl, works with different stakeholders in the aviation supply chain on safety, sustainability, quality and risk management. Benny is also a Chartered Environmentalist and Chartered Safety Practitioner.
Hactl is one of the world’s leading air cargo terminal operators, providing services to over 100 airlines and 1000 freighter forwarders. Launched in 1976 to consolidate and streamline all air cargo handling in Hong Kong, Hactl has played a major role in the establishment of Hong Kong as the definitive air cargo logistics hub for Southern China and Asia.
My Sustainability Goals for 2023:
Driving a more sustainable air cargo industry.
Joseph Lam
General Manager, Technical Services Systems
AIRPORT AUTHORITY HONG KONG
Joseph Lam
AIRPORT AUTHORITY HONG KONG
General Manager, Technical Services Systems
Introduction:
Joseph is a chartered mechanical engineer with more than 29 years’ experience in design, implementation and life cycle asset management of airport infrastructure and airport systems. He joined the Airport Authority during the planning and construction stage of HKIA in 1994.
Being a key member in the engineering and technology development of the airport infrastructure and systems from planning, design to operation and maintenance. He successfully implemented a number of critical projects to upgrade E&M systems and airport special systems. Including the Automated People Mover (APM) System, Baggage Handling System (BHS), chiller system, seawater supply system, modernization of escalators, aircraft loading bridges and enabling of 5G network of HKIA.
Experience:
In airport sustainable and innovation development, Joseph directs the engineering team for the strategic project namely Airport City Link. The project remarks the first public Autonomous Vehicles (A) transportation in Hong Kong with Vehicle to Everything (V2X) technology to realise Fleet Orchestration concepts in Airport Operations implementation.
He implemented high speed BHS to match the extended terminal footprint, airport specific Airfield Ground Lighting LED technology, modern security system involving access control, CCTV, electronic systems, etc. He also realized innovative energy saving projects with application of airport data and weather to reduce energy cost on chiller system. He also planned full solution for electrical vehicles and concept trial on hydrogen tractors in the airport.
Community:
Joseph act as the Chairman of the Airport Authority Staff Club Committee, it serves to connect 2,500+ AA staff members and enhance their well-being through organising recreational activities.
In engineering field, he serves as International Professional Review Interviewer of Institution of Mechanical Engineers and members Engineering Alumni Association of The University of Hong Kong.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
1. To raise awareness through the HKIA Renewable Diesel Pilot on the immediate benefits of Renewable Diesel as a low carbon, drop-in fuel that can be used in vehicles and equipment. This may lead to an increase in Renewable Diesel demand in HK and the provision of an affordable and stable supply to many HK users who wish to decrease transportation emissions.
2. To support the trial of low-carbon alternate technologies and fuels, AAHK will pilot the use of hydrogen–powered cargo tractors within HKIA – this pilot will also support the government’s overarching goals for hydrogen application in HK.
Mary Ng
Head of Supply Chain Finance North Asia
ANZ
Mary Ng
ANZ
Head of Supply Chain Finance North Asia
Mary Ng is a seasoned international banking executive with more than 18 years’ experience in the financial services industry. As ANZ’s Head of Supply Chain Finance for North Asia she is focused on supporting the growth of institutional customers moving trade and capital across the region. As her customers increasingly prioritize their transition to net-zero, Mary has played an instrumental role in supporting these goals by incorporating sustainability measures into supply chain finance solutions.
Mary also serves as Co-Chair of ANZ’s Thrive committee, which aims to promote diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being within the organization. Her leadership in this area further underscores her commitment to creating a more equitable and supportive work environment.
Stephen Au Yeung
Head of Marketing and Business Development
Shell Hong Kong Limited
Stephen Au Yeung
Shell Hong Kong Limited
Head of Marketing and Business Development
Stephen brings over 10 years of commercial and operation experience in the oil and gas industry. Currently serving as the Head of Marketing and Business Development for Fleet Solutions at Shell Hong Kong Limited, he plays a key role in driving strategic initiatives and fostering low carbon energy solutions, such as the recent renewable diesel (HVO) pilot projects with Morden Terminals, AAHK and HACTL. Stephen holds an MBA from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and is an adviser of the Mobility and Logistics Advisory Group for Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation. He is committed to helping clients and partners decarbonize through the use of cleaner energy and innovative technologies.
With thanks to
HACTL
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) is Hong Kong’s leading independent air cargo handler, serving over 100 airlines and 1,000 forwarders. Its SuperTerminal 1 is the world’s single largest multi-level air cargo terminal. Through its wholly-owned subsidiary Hong Kong Air Cargo Industry Services Limited (Hacis), Hactl also offers value-added integrated logistics solutions and custom-bonded cross-border road feeder services connecting China and Hong Kong.
Hactl has been actively promoting sustainability, diversity and inclusivity since the launch of its Green Terminal programme in 2018. Its Sustainability Strategy Framework sets goals and guidelines for every aspect of Hactl’s operations, and sustainable principles are now embedded in every business decision and action. In 2023, Hactl has had its targets for science-based greenhouse gas emissions reductions approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
For Hactl, sustainability goes well beyond climate change mitigation measures alone, it also means caring for its workforce and community through measures such as refurbishment to offices; expansion of leisure facilities; provision of free massages employing visually-impaired masseurs and masseuses; advocating for menstrual equity and gender equality; educating staff on the United Nations’ Sustainability Development Goals; and introduction of additional policies to foster workplace equality and inclusivity.
Hactl has also made a major contribution to the development of Hong Kong International Airport, to become the world’s greenest airport. It is participating in a pilot project led by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), to evaluate renewable diesel (RD) as an alternative fuel for ramp vehicles and ground power units, and is the first cargo terminal in Asia to use RD for ground services equipment.
Our sustainability goals for 2024:
– Continue to pursue our SBTi-based targets, through increased use of renewables and collaboration with supply chain partners
– Inspire sustainability in air cargo through adoption of industry-leading decarbonisation and circularity solutions
– Support and promote diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and the local community
– Cultivate a corporate culture of continuous learning and development that nurtures talent and fosters professionalism
– Create a safe and empowering workplace that prioritises the wellbeing of our people
UN SDG goals that we align with:
- SDG 4 Quality Education
- SDG 5 Gender Equality
- SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 13 Climate Action
Legal Name: Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited
General Enquiry Email Address: corporate@hactl.com
General Enquiry Phone Number: 27532135
General Business Address: SuperTerminal 1, 9 Chun Wan Road
Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong
Meet our speakers:
14:40 – 15:00
Speakers
Jackson Yip
CEO
EC Innovation Limited
Jackson Yip
EC Innovation Limited
CEO
Mr. Jackson Yip is the CEO & Co-Founder of EC Innovation Limited, dedicated to entrepreneurship after graduating from HKUST Business School in 2023. With the support of chemistry professionals, Jackson is leading the commercialization of a breakthrough electrocatalytic technology into EC Innovation’s flagship product, “EC Flow System”, which converts agricultural wastewater into nutrient solution. With the vision of creating a perpetual planting ecosystem around the globe, Jackson is engaging with government, private institutions, NGOs, and farm owners to accomplish this aspiration in various agricultural sites.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Better water conservation
The construction of Circular Economy
Natasha Chawla
Muuse HK Director
Muuse Limited
Natasha Chawla
Muuse Limited
Muuse HK Director
Natasha is an experienced business leader with a passion for sustainability. She has held leadership positions at JLL and KPMG for the last decade, primarily in change management space, driving business critical transformation at a regional and global scale. Throughout her career, she has been deeply committed to sustainability and have led various initiatives to embed sustainable practices in her work place as well as communities. As the co-chair of the Eco Club at JLL Hong Kong, she spearheaded numerous programs to reduce the firm’s environmental impact in HK and engaging employees in sustainability efforts.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
My ambition is for Hong Kong to transform into a city where reusable alternatives become the standard, reducing single-use waste and promoting a more sustainable future. For 2024-25, below are my key goals:
1) Enabling targetted partnerships with property developers & corporations to help replace single-use cups and food boxes with reuseable alternatives.
2) Working with partner cafes to promote reusables more actively.
3) Partnering with environmental organisations to reach a wider audience for Muuse.
Sharon Ng
Founder and CEO
Sootable EnviroTech Limited
Sharon Ng
Sootable EnviroTech Limited
Founder and CEO
Sharon Ng is a recent graduate of BSc in Biological Science and MSc in Environmental Science and Management from HKUST. She founded Sootable with the mission of teaching humans how to live peacefully with nature. She is a Science-lover and is eager to apply scientific principles to drive innovations in Sootable. For starters, she took on the project to tackle severe air pollution and accelerate the transition to renewable energy simultaneously. Through waste-to-X transformations as a mid-term goal, she hopes that Sootable can upcycle unwanted materials into something beneficial to the environment, which is the definition of X.
Sootable defines itself as a Nature-inclined, GreenTech and ClimateTech company. Sharon and her team are working hard to implement nature-compatible solutions to restore Earth’s splendid scenery.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
– The roadmap to a healthy world which I aspire to make it happen is Sustainability, Redundancy, Abundance and lower cost for the right things.
– A tighter Circular Economy loop
– Lead humans, by humans, with love (love is contagious and therefore sustainable!)
– A cleaner Supply Chain
Marisa Agrasut
Managing Partner & Co founder
The Inceptery Pte Ltd
Marisa Agrasut
The Inceptery Pte Ltd
Managing Partner & Co founder
A highly experienced practitioner, consultant and facilitator Marisa blends management and leadership of strategic design and innovation. Her work across disciplines is broad – supporting organisations to understand, apply and leverage frameworks and methodologies to optimise value creation; from consulting to co-creating, with Fortune 500’s, national ministries, non/not-just-for-profits and SMEs.
In 2009 Marisa discovered her nascent entrepreneur and embarked on her first sustainability-led business model venture, shifting the negative perception of plant-based eating; enabling reduced-carbon diets and responsible consumption – supporting organic farmers, through a (then) pioneering circularity, systems-thinking based business.
After a move to Singapore, in 2016, the nexus of her old life and new was conceived – The Inceptery (B Corp certified in 2021); an innovation firm working at the edge of conventional boundaries and assumptions, challenging notions of success in our current paradigm – focusing on systemic value creation.
Recently the emphasis has also shifted to include supporting teams to become more self-sufficient – to embed and embody the knowledge, understanding, capabilities and mindsets needed to build a culture of democratic, inclusive and responsible innovation towards systemic change – for people, planet, prosperity as a strategic imperative.
In their work they take each opportunity to scale broad and deep, building the capacity of the ecosystem by creating the conditions for others to be empowered to take action, through our collective consultancy and tech enabled decision-making support.
A graduate in Strategic Design Management, and with a firm belief in the non-linear nature of systems change, that encompasses the many facets of sustainability – wherever opportunity arises, she harbours a fascination with the limitless power of intentionality, giving a voice to underrepresented users, and externalising creative processes collectively – bringing about new consciousness, solutions, and businesses alongside technology to improve human-planetary conditions.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
1. Regionally, not just HKG, for organisations or all sizes and types to start their sustainability performance measurement and improvement through reporting and disclosures in any form they can. Just getting started using the variety of tools, platforms and technology that exist already, which should help them in getting started on this journey.
2. We are looking for larger scale organisations for a pilot who want to explore building new or shifting old business models to think about the business model of the future that incorporates sustainability-led imperative, using tools and methodologies that incorporate systemic value creation as a primary driver.
3. From HKG and the region, build a synergistic network of partners, collaborators and clients focused on holistic approaches towards systemic value creation and systems innovation. (Either they have solutions or the desire/need and want to bring build a collective do this through partnering and collaboration).
With thanks to
Sootable EnviroTech Limited
Booth SU8
Sootable EnviroTech Limited (abbv. Sootable) is a nature-inclined ClimateTech and GreenTech startup that is on a mission to teach humans how to coexist with nature peacefully. Through waste-to-X transformation, with X being environmentally-friendly solutions, we tailor our products to fit into the nature of the location. Our solutions mainly tackle air pollution and the supply of renewable energy.
Our major product is to convert food waste into green energy.
Our company’s sustainability goals for 2024:
Solution Showcases:
- Reduce food waste at source
- Produce and sell green energy at a reasonable price
- Raise environmental awareness for everybody
- Circular Solutions
- Renewable Energy
- Sustainability Services
- Sustainable Products
- Technology & Innovation
- Waste Reduction & Recycling Management
UN SDG goal(s) that we align with:
- SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13 Climate Action
- SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Legal Name: Sootable EnviroTech Limited
General Enquiry Email Address: contact@sootable.co
General Enquiry Phone Number: 67445634
Address: Rm1405, 14/F, 135 Bonham Strand Trade Centre, 135 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Meet our speakers:
The Inceptery
Booth SU22
The Inceptery brings lucidity to sustainability concepts, applying the results to practical business problems – offering holistic systemic approaches tailored to your needs.
Together with your team we build the capability to address the evolving wicked challenges our world will face. Navigating complexity in letting go of the old, whilst building the new.
We enable evidence-based decision making through human and humanity-centered research, insights, and our technology partners.
Our sustainability goals for 2024:
We are a women-founded and led, B Corp certified innovation firm based in Singapore, looking for regional partners, clients and collaborators – we are passionate about scaling deep, beyond the transactional, to the relational.
Through our networked collaborative consultancy we are looking for the forward-thinking and regenerative businesses – those rising to meet the future and giving back to people and the planet more than they take. Those who are shaping the trajectory of tomorrow and redefining their own notions of success, through ambitious, applied and holistic sustainability-led action.
We are looking for growth with organisations in the following areas to amplify systemic impact and create systemic value through:
REPORTING & DISCLOSURES
(Getting started on the sustainability journey)
ESG & SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
(Embedding sustainability-driven decision making and action into organisations)
PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE
(Looking ahead to create the value for broader society and planet, as a competitive advantage)
BUILDING RESILIENCE FROM WITHIN
(Capability development, learning – new perspectives, tools and ways of working that drive self-sufficiency towards sustainability-led ambition).
Tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.
Transform your business with The Inceptery’s expertise in ESG strategy, climate disclosures, and collaborative innovation for a resilient and sustainable future.
Come and talk to us at startup pod #22.
Solutions Showcase:
- Education/Training/Certification
- ESG Reporting/Consultancy
- Professional Services (inc Legal & Recruitment)
- Strategic/Corporate Consultancy
- Technology & Innovation
UN SDG(s) that we align with:
- SDG 1 No Poverty
- SDG 2 Zero Hunger
- SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 4 Quality Education
- SDG 5 Gender Equality
- SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13 Climate Action
- SDG 14 Life below Water
- SDG 15 Life on Land
- SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Legal Name: The inceptery Pte Ltd
General Enquiry Email Address: info@theinceptery.com
General Business Address: 163 Tras Street, #02-06 Lian Huat Building, 079024, Singapore
15:00 – 15:50
Hong Kong is facing significant challenges in waste management, with high waste generation rates and limited landfill capacity.
In this session, implications of recent legislations and policies such as enforcement of single-use plastic ban, deferral of municipal solid waste charging and planning of I.Park facilities will be factored into discussing Hong Kong’s long-term waste reduction roadmap. We will invite corporates to share their practical approaches, discuss challenges, and identify enabling factors for waste reduction. The session will also delve into innovative solutions to facilitate waste recycling and identify the corresponding benefits
Learnings
- Landscape of waste reduction policies and regulations in Hong Kong
- Systematic and effective approaches to reducing wastage in various aspects of business operations.
- Key principles for businesses to mainstream circular economy practices in their operations.
- The potential positive impact of circular economy practices by businesses on the environment and society.
Post-event Actions
- Gain an understanding of the importance of integrating circular economy principles into business plans and sustainability strategies.
Speakers
Moderator
Edwin Lau
Founder and Executive Director
The Green Earth
Edwin Lau
The Green Earth
Founder and Executive Director
Mr Edwin Lau is currently the Founder and Executive Director of The Green Earth, an environmental organization promoting resource conservation and zero-waste culture. He has been actively engaged in environmental protection work since the late 1980s. During the period, he placed great concern on several pressing environmental topics, e.g. waste management, air pollution, climate change and energy conservation.
Mr Lau is currently a member of CUHK Jockey Club Museum of Climate Change Expert Committee and senior advisor of Hong Kong Solar Industries Association.
In 2009, Mr Lau was awarded the Medal of Honour by the HKSAR Government in recognition of his long-term contribution to the promotion of environmental protection and environmental education. In the same year, he was also awarded an Outstanding Earth Champion by The Earth Champions Foundation.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
- Shelving the waste-charging scheme does not mean the city’s waste crisis has gone, instead, we must act stronger in avoiding waste generation at source and followed by practising clean recycling to genuinely address the waste crisis.
- Hong Kong should do more in enhancing the building energy efficiency of the entire building stock.
- Renewable energy, including Green Hydrogen, should be developed much faster to supply the city with zero-carbon renewables to cope with the increasing demand, otherwise even with faster transition to electric transport would not contribute much in decarbonisation.
- We need to educate the public a lot more to raise their environmental awareness so that the majority of the population will act green continuously.
Kenny Lok
Treasurer
Hong Kong Waste Management Association
Kenny Lok
Hong Kong Waste Management Association
Treasurer
Kenny is currently serving as the Treasurer of the Hong Kong Waste Management Association (HKWMA). Hong Kong Waste Management Association (HKWMA), inaugurated in 1994, has been the premier organization representing professionals in Hong Kong’s solid waste management and environmental industries. Our members range from government officials, consultants, contractors and academia both locally and internationally.
Kenny is the Co-Founder of EnviPro Technology Company Limited (EnviPro), contributing to consultancy projects related to air, acoustic, odour and health impact assessment in Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.
In 2021, Kenny appointed by the Government as member of the Advisory Committee on Countryside Conservation (ACCC). Kenny obtained The outstanding alumni Award from the PolyU CEE in 2023.
Our sustainability goals for 2024:
We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them. Progress is impossible without change.
Keilem Ng
General Manager – Sustainability
Link REIT
Keilem Ng
Link REIT
General Manager – Sustainability
Keilem Ng mixes an international career working in real estate finance and investment with a passionate commitment to sustainability and the environment. Keilem is currently General Manager – Sustainability at Link REIT, Asia’s largest real estate investment trust, and is responsible for integrating sustainability into all aspects of the business. Keilem joined the investment industry in 2004 and has worked in New York, Shanghai and Hong Kong covering global markets. From 2009 to 2017, Keilem was an Executive Director at JPMorgan Asset Management responsible for real asset acquisitions and asset management throughout Asia Pacific. Keilem holds a BA in Architecture from Yale University and a MS in Real Estate from New York University. She is also the founder of the non-profit organisations Eco Marine and Exchange and Empower.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
In 2024, I hope to continue and deepen collaboration with our stakeholders to take action to make on the ground change.
Karen Pong
Head of Sustainable Development
Cathay Pacific
Karen Pong
Cathay Pacific
Head of Sustainable Development
Karen spearheads the development and execution of strategies that promote sustainable operations within the Cathay group, driving the organization towards its goals of sustainability leadership. She focuses on facilitating resource circularity, reducing waste, and leading Cathay’s sustainability communications and disclosures. Prior to joining Cathay, Karen worked in ESG advisory, serving both corporate and non-profit clients. She is passionate about creating eco-conscious travel experiences and driving systemic changes to enhance sustainability in the industry, embodying the ethos of “greener together.”
Alfred Weston
General Manager
New Life Plastics Ltd
Alfred Weston
New Life Plastics Ltd
General Manager
Alfred Weston has worked for the Swire Group since 2011. He spent six years at Swire Pacific Offshore, mainly located in Singapore and Angola, three years at Cathay Pacific in Hong Kong, and three years with John Swire & Sons in Papua New Guinea, before joining New Life Plastics in September 2022.
New Life Plastics aspires to be a catalyst for change in the plastic bottle circular economy in Hong Kong. It is the first recycling facility of its kind in Hong Kong and is focused on recycling PET beverage bottles to a food-grade standard; this enables bottles collected in Hong Kong to be remade back into beverage bottles, closing the bottle-to-bottle loop.
My Sustainability Goal for 2024:
To improve the bottle-to-bottle recycling rate in Hong Kong.
Supported by
Business Environment Council
Booth BEC6
Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) is an independent, charitable corporate membership organisation, established by the business sector in Hong Kong.
Since its establishment in 1992, BEC has been at the forefront of promoting environmental excellence by advocating the uptake of clean technologies and practices which reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility.
BEC offers sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, assessment, training and award programmes for government, business and the community, thus enabling environmental protection and contributing to the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.