Dr CHEUNG is the Chairman of the Hong Kong Green Building Council. He is also an Adjunct Professor at the City University of Hong Kong and the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong and is a member of the Executive Committee of the Construction Industry Council, the Private Columbaria Licensing Board, the Expanded Building Committee of the Buildings Department, the Project Board for New Railway Projects of the Transport and Logistics Bureau, and the Independent Railway Expert Advisory Committee for New Railway Projects of the Transport and Logistics Bureau. He served as an Honorary Professor in the Department of Building and Real Estate at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and is a recipient of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award in Professional Achievement.

Dr CHEUNG holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Estate Management from the University of Reading, UK, a Master of Science Degree in Construction Management from the University of Bath, UK, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Fire Engineering from the City University of Hong Kong. He has professional qualifications in building surveying, property management and facility management. He is a Fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors, a Registered Professional Surveyor (BS), and an Honorary Fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Facility Management.

Dr CHEUNG was previously Director of Buildings in the HKSAR Government and received the Silver Bauhinia Star Award in 2019 for his dedicated and meritorious service to the Government, particularly in promoting building safety and a sustainable built environment in Hong Kong.

Jonathan Chiu is President of Schneider Electric Hong Kong. He currently heads the company’s Management Committee responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operational delivery and business development for Schneider Electric in Hong Kong and Macau.
Since joining Schneider Electric two decades ago, Jonathan has held leadership roles in various business divisions within the organization. An experienced leader in energy management and automation, Jonathan is passionate about leveraging the power of digitization and innovation in delivering a holistic ecosystem approach to sustainable transformation. His years of experience in process and energy technologies, end-point to cloud connecting products, controls, software and services have been instrumental in elevating Schneider Electric’s reach and impact for homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure and industries in Hong Kong.
Jonathan currently serves on the Board of Directors at the Business Environment Council, and was named Sustainability Leader of the Year at the HKMA Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2023.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Hong Kong, an MBA from the City University of Hong Kong, and an MBA from Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA Program.

Ir Dr Bruce Chong is a Fellow and Director of Arup, leading City Advisory, Climate and Urban Sustainability services in East Asia, working with various clients across this region on carbon neutrality, climate resilience, smart city, city informatics, sustainable infrastructure and circular economy. Bruce is a Cambridge Overseas Scholar, a fellow member of HKIE, ICE, CIBSE and IET,  as well as being committee members of various organisations such as the Director of HK Green Building Council (HKGBC), co-Chairman of Real Estate Working Group in the HK Green Finance Association (HKGFA), Vice Chairman of Real Estate & Infrastructure Committee of Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC), Committee Member of ESG Group of the Financial Service Development Council (FSDC), Working Group Member on Engineering & Climate Change of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) etc., using his knowledge to drive cross-sector collaboration, create values and generate momentum of change for the industry, example being the Smart-Green-Resilient framework which has now been adopted by all the strategic planning projects in HK.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

Drive the industry to realize our goals on net zero, circular economy and climate resilience; and create value to the society as a whole.

As the Director of Schneider Electric Hong Kong’s Digital Energy, Power Products and Industrial Automation, Travis Kan drives the company’s energy management and industrial automation businesses via strategic initiatives, digital solutions, marketing, and partnerships. He serves as a trusted partner in delivering solutions towards carbon neutrality, working closely with end users, consultants and contractors to bring the latest innovations to the market.
Travis is a strong business development professional with a wealth experience in the energy industry. His previous roles span Engineering, Sales & Marketing, Business Development and General Management. Prior to re-joining Schneider Electric in 2023, he worked with leading companies, including General Electric and CLP, gaining a comprehensive pool of solid experience in power generation, transmission and distribution, control and automation, building energy management, and digital solutions.

A Fellow of The Energy Institute in the United Kingdom, Travis also serves as a part-time guest lecturer for various universities in Hong Kong.

Raymond is trained as mechanical engineer and qualified as HKIE corporate member (MHKIE) and Registered Professional Engineer (RPE), currently as General Manager – Environmental Science at Chinachem Group, leading building services, sustainability and innovations in new projects.

A pioneer in adopting BIM technologies and innovative MEP systems such as digital twin and robotic technologies in built environment, Raymond has rich experiences in design and implementation of building services, energy optimization, sustainability and innovation technology application. He was the project leader in prestigious sustainable projects such as One Taikoo Place & Six Pacific Place. He is now leading two projects of the group – Tung Chung Business Hub and Kwai Chung Cold Storage Logistics Centre.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

1. Net zero carbon building
2. Digital transformation in construction
3. Green innovative technologies in HK built environment

Ir KO Wong is a professional with over 20 years of experience in building services engineering and energy management. He currently serves as the Deputy Director of Business Sales at CLP Power, where he is responsible for overseeing commercial and industrial customers within the company’s supply territories. Prior to his current role, Ir Wong worked at Johnson Controls and Otis, where he oversaw service operations and gained extensive experience in the design and retrofit of various building services systems, as well as the implementation of energy management solutions to enhance the building efficiency.

Ir Wong is committed to driving and delivering quality energy conservation programs and solutions to building owners and operators, supporting their decarbonization ambitions and helping them achieve their sustainability goals.

Rosaline Lau serves as the Executive Director of Building Engineering (Structural) at AECOM, where she leads building structure projects and ESG initiatives for the Asia Building and Places division. Her vision is to integrate ESG principles to create thriving communities and contribute to a better world. Recently, she showcased her enthusiasm by serving as a judge at the 2024 SustainabilityHACK, jointly organized by MIT Hong Kong Innovation Node, Innospace, and the Construction Industry Council.

Rosaline has also recently presented at the technical seminar on Effective Use of High Strength Steel S690 organized by the Chinese National Engineering Research Centre for Steel Construction (Hong Kong Branch), the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Hong Kong Constructional Metal Structures Association, for the pioneering use of S690 high strength structural steel in Hong Kong’s private residential development. This groundbreaking work will be resulted in significant benefits to the environment, including enhanced efficiency, reduced carbon footprint, and optimized site logistics.

AECOM has been recognized as the #1 design firm in General Building by Engineering News-Record for over a decade. With 18 years of experience at AECOM, Rosaline has delivered innovative engineering solutions across various markets, including residential, commercial, institutional sectors, data centers, recreational facilities, and hotels in Hong Kong and Singapore. Her work on acclaimed projects such as 11 SKIES, Resorts World Sentosa, and One Wanchai has earned accolades, including recognition from the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers’ Structural Excellence Award and CTBUH.

In addition to her role at AECOM, Rosaline sits on the company’s Global Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) steering committee, advocating for a more inclusive workplace. Rosaline has also recently become Co-opted Member in The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers’ Structural Division. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science in Civil Engineering from The University of British Columbia and a Master’s degree in Infrastructure Project Management from The University of Hong Kong.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

a. Accelerate sustainable transformation in building development through the adoption of technology and innovations.
b. Achieve carbon neutrality in collaboration with clients and stakeholders in the industry.
c. Enjoy a greener, more livable Hong Kong with preserved nature and a climate-smart built environment for everyone to thrive.

Ir Harry LAI, BBS is the Executive Director of the Hong Kong Green Building Council. He was the Principal Advisor of the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) from 2019 to 2023. Prior to his retirement from the civil services in 2019, Ir LAI was the Deputy Director/Regulatory Services of EMSD responsible for overseeing the enforcement of regulatory functions and implementation of various initiatives on electrical, mechanical, gas and railway safety as well as energy efficiency and conservation. Ir LAI had represented Hong Kong, China (HKC) to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Energy Working Group (EWG) meetings.

Ir LAI received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Master of Science degree in Environmental Management, both from the University of Hong Kong. He is a chartered engineer, a fellow member of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) and also the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), UK. He had served as Chairman of the HKIE Nuclear Division, Secretary of the HKIE Electrical Disciplinary Advisory Panel, and also Member of the HKIE Fellowship Committee. Ir LAI is the Adjunct Professor of the School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong and the Adjunct Professor of the Research Institute for Smart Energy, Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Alvan Wong is the Assistant General Manager, Projects at Hysan Development Co. Ltd. In this role, he manages key projects in the prestigious Lee Garden Areas, including a large-scale commercial development at Caroline Hill Road in Causeway Bay. Alvan is committed to achieving the highest standards, particularly in sustainability and wellness, across his projects.

With over 20 years of experience in project management and architectural planning, Alvan has worked on commercial, residential, and hospitality developments both in China and Hong Kong. Prior to joining Hysan, he held the role of Assistant General Manager, Project Management at Henderson Land Development Co. Ltd. Alvan has also worked at other reputable firms such as Wong & Ouyang (HK) Ltd. and Citic Pacific Limited.
Alvan holds a master’s degree and a bachelor’s degree in architecture from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. He is a Registered Architect, an Authorized Person (Architect), and a member of The Hong Kong Institute of Architects. Additionally, Alvan is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and BEAMPro.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
1. Promote the adoption of new technologies to leverage the advantages of mass production of MiMEP modules for better quality through standardized, productized and low-carbon modular building solutions that drive greener construction.
2. Encourage all industry practitioners to adopt MiMEP in design and installation for safety, constructability, and sustainability.

Dr Daniele Gambero, an Italian expatriate in Malaysia since 1998, is a prominent entrepreneur and investor in the property and PropTech sectors. As Group CEO and co-founder of REI Group, Propenomy.com, Athena SmartCities, Aivot, and anybodyAHOME, he has pioneered affordable housing solutions through digital transformation and innovative financing.

His work includes significant partnerships with research institutions, think tanks, and government agencies, addressing urban challenges with his Propenomy model.

Within the property ecosystem, he advocates improvements aligned with SDG-2030 and ESG compliance. His commitment extends to urban sustainability goals such as affordable education, gender equality, clean energy, innovation, and inclusive & sustainable cities.

An influential figure in the global PropTech, Dr Gambero is the President of Malaysia PropTech Association, council member of Malaysia Business Angel Network, a mentor for startups and frequent judge in pitching competitions, the bestselling author of Malaysian Propenomy and a sought-after international speaker.

His contributions have earned him multiple awards and recognition as a Marketing, Sustainability, Property and PropTech expert.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

Improved inclusivity of affordable housing project, more transparent tendering process in the construction industry, in general (not limited to Hong Kong) I’m supporting a stronger impact of women in the proptech ecosystem.

Grace is a seasoned sustainability professional with a background in environmental engineering. As the recipient of the 2023 APEC Bio-Circular-Green Award, Grace is a keen advocate of regenerative sustainability for the built environment with 20+ years’ experience in sustainable design and green building projects in Hong Kong, China, and across Asia-Pacific. She is currently the Director of the Hong Kong Green Building Council, Founding Vice President of the Greater Bay Area Carbon Neutrality Association, and Council Member of the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals. Grace is also the Co-Chair of the Real Estate Working Group under the Hong Kong Green Finance Association. Outside Hong Kong, she has led AEC Group to become WorldGBC’s Asia Pacific Net Zero Collaborator while sharing best practices through her roles in the GRESB Real Estate Standards Committee, LEED Technical Advisory Group, BRE ESG Advisors Club and IWBI Health Equity Advisory. Grace works with the real estate and finance sectors through ESG and Green Finance advisory to build climate resilience and accelerate net-zero transition.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

To accelerate our own net zero transition, we have been striving to achieve our goal of net zero carbon business operation by 2030. I hope to see a clearer decarbonization roadmap for different sectors and how cross-sectoral collaboration could be facilitated to achieve the carbon neutrality goal.

Andy Yeung is Director and Head of Technical Services of Hongkong Land. He joined Hongkong Land in 2010 and is responsible for technical services management and green building management for the Group.

Mr Yeung is a Chartered Engineer with more than 30-years of experience in project management, technical services, energy management, sustainability management, and green building management. Before joining Hongkong Land, Mr Yeung worked for Hysan, where he was a Head of Technical Services. Before that, he was a Technical Manager at MTR Corporation.

Mr Yeung graduated from the University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Environmental Management.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

I would like to see all stakeholders in the Real Estate Industry working together to reduce electricity consumption and carbon footprint of buildings driving towards the carbon neutral target.

UK Chartered Engineer, Registered European Engineer, HK RPE and REA.
>30 years E&M + energy reduction experience, transitioning facility operations, low-energy building services design, energy management + increasingly carbon-reduction focus.
Founded Active Energy Management in Hong Kong in 2000, with whole career supporting high-calibre energy-conscious clients in demanding sectors (Defence, Clean Rooms, Data Centres, Aerospace, Consumer Electronics, Incinerators, Hotels, Leisure, Garments and Textiles) in UK, HK, PRC & APAC.
A passionate pioneer of lifecycle-focused energy minimization, from new-build conception to re-purposing – developed heat recovery in UK Government Veterinary incinerators, founded Shetland Energy Unit, represented Shetland at EU Energy Exchange events, modelled Shetland’s District Heating Scheme (SHEEP). Former Group Technical Director for RESET Carbon, established world-leading high efficiency industrial lighting manufacturing venture, supports an organic Nepalese coffee plantation and sits on BEC Sustainability Working Groups.
Leads AEM’s Energy, Carbon & Sustainability-focused consulting, including, landfill gas waste to energy modelling, recently developing PV improvement for ZC Park, and CxA / RCx / MBCx roles in Hong Kong + pan-Asia. Has lectured to MSc Level at H.K. City University, Energy Auditing / Technical Advisor to the CE 100 Hong Kong Group and Hong Kong Association of Solar Industry for 2022-23.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

1. Minimize Carbon Emissions: Quantifying our existing impact, including cumulative value of improvements both achieved and feasible within our client base if following our advice and audit findings. .
2. Waste Reduction and Recycling: Embracing the circular economy concept to minimize waste and maximize recycling by 50% by 2030.
3. Educate Customers: Communicating our sustainability policies clearly and transparently to clients to educate them on our commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

Etienne has been working in the construction industry for more than 15 years. First as a structural designer in France on landmark projects, he joined the Bouygues group with Dragages in Macau in 2014. Etienne developed structural and construction strategies for complex projects in Macau, Singapore and Manila, using advanced modelling in BIM and parametric design.
He settled in 2018 in Hong Kong to focus on tenders, working to deliver innovative solutions to an ambitious range of projects.
As Head of Digital, Innovation and Transformation of Dragages Hong Kong since 2021, Etienne is leading a profound a rapid change towards simple and intelligent solutions on sites, for safer, greener, more effective construction.

Iris Hoi has over 30 years of experience practicing landscape architecture. She is a Director at URBIS Limited and has been with the company since 1992. She has undertaken over 200 projects many of which have won awards. Iris is the Immediate Past President of the Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects serving the term from 2018 to 2022. She remains active in the community on liveable environment and quality outdoor spaces issues.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

1. plant more trees, to help sequester carbon and improve urban comfort
2. reduce waste
3. adopt nature based solutions in projects

Ir Wallace LIN is General Manager, Technical Services & Sustainable Development of Swire Properties Limited. He currently oversees the overall development of the Company’s Sustainable Development, formulates and executes plans including the Company’s SD2030 strategy, digitalisation in energy management, stakeholder engagement in ESG impacts, Science-based Targets and climate risk assessments, etc.

Wallace is a Chartered Engineer, Fellow of The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers and Institution of Mechanical Engineers, and Member of The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, and currently Director of Hong Kong Green Building Council and Steering Committee Member of the Sustainable Living Environment Advisory Group of Business Environment Council.

Samuel KWONG is the Senior Associate Director – ESG of Chinachem Group with over 25 years of experience in sustainability with multinational conglomerates covering businesses including sports & entertainment, food & beverages, aviation, hospitality, real estate, retail, shipping & infrastructure developments. He is a director of HKIQEP, past Chairman of CIWEM HK & former director of HKGBC & HKBEC. Sam is an engineer by training with bachelor and master degrees from The University of Hong Kong and a master degree of environmental engineering from ENTPE, France, MBA degree from the Chinese University Hong Kong and a degree of laws from the University of London.

Shirley Chen is at the helm of AECOM’s Buildings + Places division in Hong Kong, and is spearheading digital innovation across Asia in the same sector. Her two-decade long career has broadened from a landscape architecture background into a multi-disciplinary one, encompassing an array of design and engineering disciplines.

Shirley is adept at navigating intricate business challenges while promoting a culture of creativity, innovation, and sustainability among her team. She has partnered with governments and top-tier developers to bring to fruition landmark projects, including large-scale municipal initiatives, social infrastructure, new development areas, iconic commercial complexes, luxury hotels, upscale residential landscapes, and streetscapes. Her leadership has earned recognition for both her and the projects under her charge from numerous industry bodies.

A proponent of digital innovation and cross-disciplinary collaboration to accelerate the creation of sustainable legacies for clients and the communities they serve, Shirley adopts an integrated approach, merging planning, urban design, engineering, landscape design, and economics consulting in her work. Her effort extends to fostering regional and global collaboration across Hong Kong, Mainland China, Southeast Asia, Middle East, and the United States, encouraging a rich exchange of ideas and delivering excellent projects.

Shirley is also active contributor to her field, having been invited as an industry expert on various platforms including ULI GBA and InnoSpace GBA’s Green Future Innovation Think Tank. She has mentored postgraduate students from CUHK in urban design at their “New” New Town project for Venice Biennale 2023, which explores future urbanism in Hong Kong. A staunch advocate for workplace equity, diversity and inclusion, Shirley’s dedication to nurturing female leadership is exemplified by her mentorship role in The Women’s Foundation’s Mentoring Programme for Women Leaders for the 2023-2024 cohort.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

-Work with our clients to strive towards carbon neutrality
-Contribute more sustainable buildings and places for cities
-Drive digital transformation for accelerating sustainable design in the industry

Liam is Founder and CEO at RESET Carbon Ltd since 2009. RESET offers solutions to companies seeking to measure and reduce their carbon footprint with a focus on Asian markets.

Previously Liam was the Director of WWF’s International’s Asia-Pacific Climate Programme, where he built and managed a ten-country team. At WWF Liam also co-led the design and set-up of the Gold Standard, which is now a leading certification system for project level carbon offsets and other environmental and social attributes.

Liam holds a Masters of Science in Environmental Technology from Imperial College, London.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024

• Our Carbon Leadership Programme for the apparel sector is one of the most innovative decarbonisation programs on the market. We want to accelerate its reach and scale up to deliver it across 350 manufacturing sites by the end of 2024.
• Our work with the HK Proptech Alliance and Construction Industry Council is designed to promote procurement of low carbon construction materials through a dedicated Working Group.  Our goal in 2024 is to launch initial Procurement Guidelines to the market and secure long term funding for this initiative.

Liam is Founder and CEO at RESET Carbon Ltd since 2009. RESET offers solutions to companies seeking to measure and reduce their carbon footprint with a focus on Asian markets.

Previously Liam was the Director of WWF’s International’s Asia-Pacific Climate Programme, where he built and managed a ten-country team. At WWF Liam also co-led the design and set-up of the Gold Standard, which is now a leading certification system for project level carbon offsets and other environmental and social attributes.

Liam holds a Masters of Science in Environmental Technology from Imperial College, London.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024

• Our Carbon Leadership Programme for the apparel sector is one of the most innovative decarbonisation programs on the market. We want to accelerate its reach and scale up to deliver it across 350 manufacturing sites by the end of 2024.
• Our work with the HK Proptech Alliance and Construction Industry Council is designed to promote procurement of low carbon construction materials through a dedicated Working Group.  Our goal in 2024 is to launch initial Procurement Guidelines to the market and secure long term funding for this initiative.