With over twelve years of experience in operations, manufacturing, and customer success, Jose is a passionate and multi-disciplined professional leading Spare-it’s APAC office. Spare-it, a PropTech and sustainability company, is transforming how organizations measure, report, and reduce in-building waste. Our mission is to accelerate circularity through data , embodying our tagline: “More Data. Less Waste.”.

As General Manager, Jose has been instrumental in partnering with key Property Developers and Multinational Companies to revolutionize waste intelligence. Spare-it transforms waste into actionable insights, moving organizations beyond messy, limited audits to scalable, clean data. This enables our customers to pinpoint contamination, reduce waste, and drive cost savings. Jose’s leadership helps organizations Make Zero Waste a Team Sport, turning waste goals into tangible, attainable, and motivating outcomes for everyone involved.
Jose’s multicultural and multi-industry experience enables him to think strategically and effectively influence colleagues and clients across diverse technical and C-level backgrounds. He has a strong track record of delivering results, collaborating with partners, and driving innovation in the PropTech and sustainability sectors.
Jose holds an MBA from HKU Business School, a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Tecnológico de Monterrey, and a Six Sigma certification. He is fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, with intermediate proficiency in French and Mandarin.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Prioritize Waste Avoidance.
2. Drive Upstream Solutions for Circularity: Tackle the waste problem at its root.
3. Champion Ethical and Sustainable AI

Ruby has over 15 years experiences in leadership roles in complex organizations, set up quality system and facilitate change management tailored to regional contexts to organization; created numbers of sustainability pioneer-projects and breakthrough for the sectors and Macao. An industrial leading professional who regularly share best practices and experiences in international seminars and conferences including low carbon green initiatives, circular economy, and UN SDGs topics.

Ruby is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health UK (FCIEH), member of the expert committees for the “Bay Area Standards” organized by the Guangdong Institute of Standardization (GDIS), adjunct professor and invited trainer of the IFTM- UN World Tourism Organisation (WTO) on sustainable gastronomy subject, and guest speaker for Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) on inspiration and experiences on sustainability programs

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Redefine what is food waste and advocate good food as gastronomy trend.

Dr. Deepa Alex Mora is a biotechnology entrepreneur and Founder & Director of BioMyne Biotechnology Innovation & Engineering Ltd. in Macau. With a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the University of Hong Kong and over two decades of international research experience across prestigious institutions including CNRS France, HKUST, and the University of Macau, she brings deep scientific expertise to sustainable innovation. BioMyne is a DSEDT-certified Promising Technology Enterprise with operations in Hengqin and incubating at Zhuhai Fudan Innovation Institute.

Through BioMyne, Dr. Mora works on sustainable solutions across multiple domains, from AI-enhanced compound discovery to waste transformation and advanced materials. Since founding BioMyne in 2023, she has successfully secured multiple grants from the Macau Science and Technology Development Fund, filed patents, and established strategic partnerships with leading universities across Macau and internationally.

Dr. Mora is a member of the Macau Institute for Corporate Social Responsibility in Greater China (MICSRGC), representing the organization’s mission to promote CSR and sustainable development across the region. As a keynote speaker at the 2024 Macau International Trade and Investment Fair and contributor to regional media, Dr. Mora has emerged as a thought leader championing circular economy principles and sustainable biotechnology entrepreneurship in Macau and GBA.

 My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Circular Economy Development – Advancing pilot projects that transform Macau’s waste streams into valuable products while fostering collaboration among regional stakeholders.

2. Cross-Border Innovation – Building partnerships across the Macau-Hong Kong-Hengqin corridor to accelerate sustainable technology development and commercialization.

3. Sustainable Discovery Platform – Developing AI-enhanced approaches to identify high-value bioactive compounds from underutilized resources for applications in personal care and nutraceuticals.

Growing up in India reusing, repairing, recycling ( basically almost all the R’s of the circularity R ladder ) was a way of life, especially for people from humble backgrounds.

Clothes, furniture, appliances got shared around till the last iota of value was derived, post which a scrap dealer would further cut paste and make something else out of it.

Unfortunately, modern life demands convenience which perpetuates the use and throw culture.

My crusade to promote a more circular mindset began way back in 1998 when I reached out to companies to promote reusable bags instead of plastic bags. Today I work in Cathay, leading many circular initiatives and instilling the importance of circularity for resource efficiency.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

• I hope to see the HK government working towards implementing a Right to Repair policy.
• I hope to NOT see HK on the list of the top transit cities for Illegal Wildlife Trade.
• I hope that the HK government begins to research into the quantitative benefits of circularity and consequently creates a roadmap to achieve these benefits.

Holly Ho is a senior-management level marketing and communications professional bringing over 16 years of experience and expertise in public relations, branding, content creation, qualitative research and marketing. She has been with The Woolmark Company on a full-time and consultant basis for over 8 years, and is currently its Greater China Senior Manager, Marketing Communications and Sustainability. Having been based back in Hong Kong since 2019, Holly’s experience spans across the three continents of Asia, Europe and North America, with a keen understanding of the nuances in the Greater China market. With a Master’s Degree in Global Fashion Supply Chain Management, and a published academic paper on sustainable supply chain management in the Journal of Fashion Marketing and Management: An International Journal, Emerald Publishing LTD., Holly has also recently completed a Circular Economy and Sustainability Strategies short course at the University of Cambridge Judge Business School, as well as an Advanced Executive Diploma in ESG Strategy and Innovation for Net-Zero at the HKMa Global Centre for ESG Education & Research. These days, she continues on her quest to empower global textile and fashion supply chain stakeholders in optimising their best practices, reduce their environmental footprint and create positive change from the inside out.

Geri Ng is Director at Fiborge Company Limited, a company dedicated to advancing sustainable and innovative solutions in the textile raw materials sector across Greater China and Hong Kong. Fiborge represents several leading international brands in the region:

Indorama Holdings Limited (Thailand): A global leader in polyester and textile raw materials, providing fully traceable, high-quality worsted wool yarns certified by RWS, ZQ Merino, and OEKO-TEX® and etc.

Schoeller Wool GmbH (Austria): Renowned for technologically advanced wool and blended yarns, featuring innovations such as antibacterial properties, temperature regulation, elastane blends, and recycled content.

Geetanjali Woolens Pvt. Ltd (India): A pioneer in textile recycling, specializing in transforming post-consumer garments into regenerated yarns and fabrics to promote circular textile practices.

Fiborge is also engaged in the development and promotion of new-generation, biodegradable cellulosic fibers through its association with Algafila, a Hong Kong-based material innovation startup.

Geri is committed to bridging advanced material science with practical industry needs, collaborating with partners across the supply chain to deliver solutions that support both innovation and environmental responsibility.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025

1. Drive Systemic Change Toward a Circular Textile Economy:
   Work to transform the textile industry from a linear to a circular model, where materials are continuously reused, recycled, and regenerated—minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency across the entire value chain.
2. Catalyze Industry-Wide Collaboration for Sustainable Innovation:
   Foster cross-sector partnerships and knowledge sharing to accelerate the development and adoption of breakthrough sustainable materials and technologies, setting new standards for environmental and social responsibility in the textile sector.
3. Empower Transparent and Responsible Supply Chains:
   Champion full supply chain transparency and accountability, ensuring that every stage—from raw material sourcing to finished product—meets the highest standards of traceability, ethical practices, and positive impact for people and planet.

Lisa Griplas is a strategic communicator and sustainability leader with close to 20 years’ experience in the fashion and textiles industry. She brings deep knowledge of the wool industry’s end-to-end value chain and a strong belief in the power of natural fibres to drive meaningful, positive change. Her work sits at the intersection of sustainability, storytelling and systems thinking – championing the role of wool and other natural fibres within a circular economy. Passionate about the value and co-benefits that nature can bring to the fashion and textiles sector, she helps brands, growers, and global stakeholders turn complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that resonate.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025 

• Position natural fibres – especially wool – as more than low-impact materials: frame them as enablers of climate-positive land management, biodiversity gains, and rural livelihoods.
• Advocate for a cultural reset around clothing use: one that prizes care, repair, and longevity over novelty.
• Bridge gaps between fibre producers, brands, scientists, and policymakers—helping co-design solutions that close the loop.

Leo is a sustainability professional with a Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry and over a decade of experience in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry, specializing in the fashion and textile sector. His diversified roles encompass strategic business development with a strong focus on innovative sustainability solutions for global clients, provision of technical advisory services and constant expertise sharing on sustainable fashion and industry best practices.

Driving sustainable transformation in the textile industry, Leo has led impactful ESG initiatives as Technical Services Manager at SGS. He has driven projects that promote the adoption of recycled and bio-based materials to mitigate plastic pollution, enhanced circularity through biodegradable and compostable solutions, and developed traceability programs that reduced supply chain audit redundancies. His deep understanding of global sustainability regulations enables enterprises to meet their ESG goals and drive meaningful environmental impact effectively.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

• Promote Circularity in Textiles: Encourage the textile industry to adopt circular economy principles by using certified natural and recycled fibers – such as organic cotton and recycled wool – to reduce reliance on fossil-based materials.
• Drive Decarbonization Through Innovation: Advocate for increased incentives and funding from both public and private sectors to support low-carbon technologies and sustainable innovation in textile manufacturing.
• Empower Sustainable Transitions: Foster collaboration among businesses, policymakers, and consumers to accelerate the shift toward eco-friendly practices across the industry.

Jennifer Thompson, Co-Founder & CEO
Jennifer leads COLOURizd’s brand engagement, marketing, and global business development. With over 25 years in the textile and apparel industry, she brings deep expertise in product innovation, customer partnerships, and strategic growth.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Reducing water usage to zero, and no waste water discharge in industrial processes

Mr Jude Chow is the Founder and CEO of AEL (International Holdings) Limited. Early in his career in Australia, he gained extensive experience in large-scale construction, airport engineering, and environmental engineering projects. He later assumed a regional leadership role at a German technology firm, overseeing projects across 13 Asia-Pacific countries.

Since joining AEL, Mr Chow has spearheaded the company’s sustainable growth through product innovation and expansion into new international markets, including countries along the Belt and Road Initiative. He is currently collaborating with partners, local research institutes, and universities to develop waste-to-energy solutions tailored for the Asian market.

In addition to his professional responsibilities, Mr Chow is committed to giving back to the community. He actively participates in voluntary initiatives and serves as a mentor at the City University of Hong Kong’s School of Energy and Environment. He also plays a key role in promoting sustainability by representing the industry in dialogues with government bodies and international counterparts.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Mr Chow aims to promote and advocate sustainable practices among Hong Kong’s SMEs by encouraging the adoption of circular economy principles. His goal is to help businesses reduce waste, improve resource efficiency, and incorporate sustainability into their business model.

Ms Katherine Chan, MBA
Director, Business Development
The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel

Ms Chan has extensive experiences in the full supply chain of textile and apparel industry globally. Her knowledge covers textile chemicals, yarn spinning and textile manufacturing and was in roles overseeing design to garment productions to retail in the USA, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Ms Chan has worked with textile factories in Asia and the Americas in product development as well as manufacturing. She was involved in R&D, marketing, operations and quality assurance.
Before joining HKRITA, Ms Chan was with BASF as global product manager as well as global marketing, strategic projects and regional product managements for different chemical segments. During the years, she has worked with global teams and management for chemical manufacturing around the world including Europe, the USA, Asia and Middle East.
Ms Chan received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from University of Wisconsin, Madison, an AAS degree in Fashion Buying and Merchandising from Fashion Institute of Technology, both in the USA and MBA from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Dr. Chris DeArmitt is an internationally recognized scientist, author, and thought leader in materials science, known for his relentless commitment to uncovering and communicating the truth about plastics and their environmental impact. With a career spanning decades and grounded in rigorous, peer-reviewed research, Dr. DeArmitt stands at the forefront of dispelling myths and correcting misinformation pervasive in today’s environmental discourse.

Author of influential books such as “The Plastics Paradox” and “Shattering the Plastics Illusion,” Dr. DeArmitt combines scientific depth with engaging clarity, revealing through meticulous analysis how conventional narratives about plastics and their ecological footprint often diverge dramatically from reality. His work is driven by a passion for scientific integrity, using evidence-based reasoning to challenge widely held beliefs and inform sustainable policies.

As the founder of the Plastics Research Council, Dr. DeArmitt has created an essential resource dedicated to educating policymakers, industries, and the public about scientifically validated environmental facts. He has reviewed and synthesized over 5,000 scientific studies, becoming a leading authority whose insights influence both academic circles and global industries.

Beyond academia and research, Dr. DeArmitt is a sought-after keynote speaker, adept at translating complex scientific concepts into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences worldwide. His engaging presentations not only illuminate critical environmental truths but inspire thoughtful dialogue, driving meaningful change in how society perceives and interacts with plastics.

Dedicated to a future where environmental decisions are rooted in factual accuracy rather than misconceptions, Dr. DeArmitt continues to be an influential voice advocating for evidence-based environmental stewardship.

My 2025 Sustainability Goals

• My goal is to educate people on the science of of plastics and the environment.
• This will enable business people to make wiser decisions.
• It will enable policy makers to make good policy that works.
• A goal is to make sure people are informed rather than afraid about microplastics

As Chairman of Esquel China Holdings Ltd., Calvin Tsang spearheads all operations and strategic initiatives for Esquel across China. Esquel Group is a knowledge-based innovation company that consistently drives positive changes in the textile and apparel business, expanding into new territories to evolve with the industry and its customers.

As a key member of the Group’s senior management team, Calvin joined Esquel in 2002 as the Assistant General Manager for its cotton operations in Xinjiang. Over the last two decades, he has held diverse leadership roles spanning sales, operations, supply chain management, and human resources.

Before Esquel, Calvin gained significant experience in international management consultancy and founded and operated start-up ventures in China, building a strong foundation across various industries and geographical markets in Asia.

Beyond Esquel, Calvin serves as the Vice President of the Guangdong Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment, the Council Member of the China Overseas Friendship Association in Xinjiang, and a Member of 13th Foshan Municipal Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference.

Calvin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and an MBA in International Banking and Finance from the University of Birmingham in the UK. He also possesses a License for Independent Directors issued by the Shanghai Stock Exchange and is an Associate Certified Coach accredited by the International Coaching Federation.

Phoebe Leung is the Senior Sustainable Development Manager of Swire Properties. Her work involves supporting the Company’s Sustainable Development (SD) 2030 Strategy as well as action plans and programmes to improve the company’s overall SD performance.

She leads the planning and execution of Swire Properties’ SD tenant engagement strategy and bespoke tenant programmes, such as the Green Performance Pledge and Green Kitchen Initiative, fostering landlord-tenant partnerships to incorporate sustainability throughout the design, fit-out and occupancy stages.

In addition, she drives the Company’s Resource and Circularity Taskforce, made up of representatives from portfolio teams and hotels, to regularly analyse waste performance and facilitate new initiatives. She leads the development of new partnerships and innovations to design out waste, encourage reuse and enhance resource recovery. Her recent projects include the Taikoo Place Smart Reusable Cup and Food Box Programme, and launching the Smart Waste Reduction Challenge which utilises smart scales and a digital engagement platform to gamify the Company’s collective sustainability journey with tenants.

Phoebe is a Chartered Environmentalist and also holds a Master of Public Administration from Columbia University.

Carmen Ng is currently the Deputy General Manager – Sustainability of Hang Lung Properties. In her role, she is responsible for the development and implementation of sustainability strategy to deliver Hang Lung Properties’ Sustainability Goals and Targets through collaboration and partnership with internal and external stakeholders. She also leads the coordination and delivery of the annual Sustainability Report, aligning with local and international reporting standards such as HKEx, GRI, IFRS and TNFD. Her areas of expertise include ESG ratings, sustainable finance, investor relations, resource management, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability communication.

Prior to joining Hang Lung Properties, she was the Director of Sustainability at Langham Hospitality Group. She led and drove an integrated global sustainability strategy across the Group’s 27 hotels in 8 countries, setting medium- to long-term goals and commitments. In 2021, she received the Hotels Magazine’s Inaugural Top 10 Awardees in the ESG Category.

Carmen gained over 20 years of corporate environmental expertise by working for private companies in the real estate sector, public and NGO sectors in Hong Kong, and environmental consultancies in Los Angeles and Hong Kong. She is also the Advisory Board for GREEN Hospitality, a member of Hong Kong Science and Technology Park Incubation Assessment Panel, and a member of the think tank for ReThink Conference. Carmen holds a BSc in Environment Studies at the University of Southern California and MSc in Environmental Science at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Stefano Tronci
Associate Principal – Asia Pacific Sustainability Lead, SOM
RIBA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP + Faculty, Green Mark Associate, Fitwel Ambassador,
RESET AP

Stefano is an Italian architect with nearly 20 years of professional experience specializing in the design of
mixed-use developments, master planning, civic architecture, urban design, and interior design.
A graduate of the University of Florence, he currently serves as the Asia Pacific Sustainability
Lead at SOM, where he collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of environmental experts in
sustainable engineering and architecture.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025: 
– Turning Central from a business district to a social district, redirecting focus towards people and creating possibilities for residents and tourists to gather, enjoy Hong Kong’s culture and heritage, and admire the city’s unique urban beauty.
– Develop a consistent policy for urban regeneration, with incentives for green amenities, public and social spaces, energy efficient buildings, and low embodied carbon construction technologies.
– Complete ban on new land reclamation and 100% preservation of Hong Kong’s marine biodiversity and ecosystems.
– Mandatory BEAM Plus Platinum certification for all public buildings, mandatory energy efficiency thresholds for all new buildings.
– Prioritization of adaptive reuse and retrofits for existing buildings, with legislation supporting developers who avoid demolition and support heritage and urban renewal.

Mr. Benny Siu, who is now CEO & Founder in Amazing Ace Consultant Company Limited, has serviced in the Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) for 15 years. Benny is a Chartered Environmentalist, Chartered Safety and Health Practitioner of IOSH (UK Institution of Occupational Safety and Health), Registered Safety Auditor and Registered Safety Officer.

Benny is also a Full Member of IEMA (UK Institution of Environmental Management Association), GRI Certified Sustainability Professional, IRCA Associate Auditor (Environmental, Energy, OSH and Quality Management) and Master degree holder of Environmental Management.

In the last decades, Benny has worked in the global market with exposure in Sustainability, Safety and Quality Assurance career for the aviation, ground service handling and locally for the Business Environment Council (BEC), Occupational Safety & Health Council (OHSC), construction developers and several contractors in Hong Kong. He is delighted to share his corresponding views and develop networking with the fellow industry partners.

With over a decade in his leadership at Hong Kong’s largest cargo handling firm, Benny has spearheaded operational excellence, stringent quality assurance, and industry-leading safety standards. Now transitioning into an independent advisory role as a Chartered Environmentalist, he specializes in decarbonization and energy optimization—helping organizations navigate the transition to sustainable operations with measurable efficiency gains, regulatory compliance, and net-zero strategies.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. To share love and passion to create bold social impact in Hong Kong;
2. To achieve carbon-neutrality by creating more connection amongst different business sectors, and;
3. To support new technology and innovation by encouraging more enterprises to breakthrough.

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.

Mr. Lee is the Chief Sustainability Officer of the Airport Authority. He supports, guides and advises the Authority on the formulation and implementation of long-term sustainability strategies that encompass environment, social, governance, and climate resilience at corporate level. He also leads and manages all environmental matters related to the planning and implementation of the Expansion of the Hong Kong International Airport into a Three-Runway System, which is to maintain Hong Kong as an international aviation hub at the heart of Asia Pacific region. Before joining the Airport Authority in 2012, Mr. Lee has over 20 years’ experience in environmental and engineering consultancy, leading and managing the EIA studies for a number of major infrastructure and urban development projects. Mr. Lee is a founding fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals and the Secretary General of the Marine Ecology Enhancement Fund and the Fisheries Enhancement Fund.

Eddie has more than 28 years experience in construction and environmental field and specializes in sediment and land contamination assessment and remediation, carbon/energy management, renewable energy projects and waste/asbestos management. He has been involved in a number of infrastructure and building projects such as road and drainage, site formation and land decontamination, railway, power plant emission control facility, tunnel and rock cavern and Central Government Complex.

Eddie is the vice chairman of Environment Committee, Hong Kong Construction Association and member of Climate Change Business Forum of the Business Environment Council. He was appointed as a construction advisor in development of Construction Industry Council Carbon Assessment Tool and Sustainable Finance Certification scheme. Eddie is a co-opted member of the Sustainable Development Committee, Climate Change Framework for Built Environment Embodied Carbon Expert Group member and Green Product Market Taskforce member of the Hong Kong Green Building Council. He was also appointed by BEAM Society to be member of Materials Aspects and Construction Environmental Management Expert Panels. He is a member of Environmental Protection Department Asbestos Administration Committee and CARES Assured Steel Certification Sustainability Technical Committee.

Eddie graduated in Chemical Engineering from the University of British Columbia in Canada, and has a Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Eddie is a Fellow member of the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals, Certified Carbon Auditor under the CIC Green Product Certification Scheme, Certified Energy Manager/Carbon Audit Professional of US Association of Energy Engineer and a Qualified Project Assessor of UK BREEAM Infrastructure. He is a Certified ESG Analyst CESGA® of The European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies.

Elisa Chan (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in the School of Hotel and Tourism Management and the Associate Director at the Centre for Hospitality and Real Estate Research (CHRER) at CUHK Business School. Prior to joining CUHK, Elisa worked at the EHL Hospitality Business School (Switzerland) and the New York Institute of Technology (Canada) where she taught the undergraduate and master’s programmes. She also conducted executive trainings for hospitality companies, including Nespresso (Switzerland), Beijing Tourism Group (China), and Terme e Grandi Alberghi Sirmion (Italy). Moreover, she worked on various research and capstone projects with Moncierge (US), Statler Hotel (US), STR Global (US), HSMAI (US), Caran d’ache (Switzerland), Royal Savoy Hotels (Switzerland), Hilton Worldwide (UK), and SHARC Energy Systems (Canada). Like many others, Elisa has prioritized sustainability in her work and her current research focuses on sustainable tourism and hospitality. She also oversees the Greater China Hotel Business Sustainability Index (Hotel BSI) for the Centre for Hospitality and Real Estate Research (CHRER).

Prof. Dan Wang has been recognized for her impactful research and leadership in academia and industry in tourism and hospitality management. Prof. Wang’s research focuses on digital transformation in tourism, technology adoption, and social media marketing within the hospitality industry. Her work also explores hotel environmental management practices and their sustainability implications. Prof. Wang has also shaped public policies on hotel environmental management in Hong Kong and Mainland China by working with the China Hospitality Association and the Hong Kong Hotel Association. She has published over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles, including 33 in top-tier journals, 49 conference papers, and seven book chapters. Her research has garnered over 9,000 citations, with an h-index of 35 and an i10-index of 46. Prof. Dan Wang was listed as one of the top 2% of scientists worldwide in the Economics & Business field (Sport, Leisure, & Tourism subfield) in the latest report released by Stanford University. Prof. Wang’s leadership extends to her role as Associate Director of the Research Center for Digital Transformation of Tourism at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Andy Cornish grew up in Hong Kong, and completed a Ph.D on reef fishes at The University of Hong Kong in 2000. He spent 16 years working for the world’s largest conservation organisation WWF, first as the Conservation Director for WWF-Hong Kong, and then as the leader for a global marine conservation program for WWF International.
He subsequently founded Cornerstone Strategies, a boutique consultancy that provides tailored strategic planning support to charities, foundations and corporations in Asia Pacific and beyond. Andy has extensive experience in strategic planning, fundraising, people development, communications and building collaborations, and a firmly results-driven approach.
His food-related experience includes working as the technical advisor for the Hong Kong Sustainable Seafood Coalition and co-authoring two WWF Hong Kong Ecological Footprint Reports

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

• The Government provides increased policy and other support for sustainable food
• Corporate interest in sourcing sustainable seafood increases to pre-pandemic levels, and goes mainstream

I was born in 1963 and lived in Italy then the UK until I was 8-year-old when my parent moved back to France, I studied in Paris and graduated in Architecture in 1987. My first professional experiences were in London then Paris. In 1996 I passed an M.Phil. in Architectural History and soon after I moved to HK where I taught architecture at the Chinese University Department of Architecture. From 1998 to 2019 I have been involved in a wide range of architectural projects locally and abroad. Parallel to this I have been studying and documenting the biology of the local bees and wasps, publishing over 20 scientific papers on the subject. I started R-Farm HK, a regenerative organic farm out of Kam Tin in 2021, with the aim to supply through Community Supported Agriculture local families with high quality nutritious vegetables devoid of any chemical agents and, in addition to this I set aside 10% of my production supplying vegetables to charities.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Increase the awareness of the need of farms and farmers with government departments
2. Decrease our dependency on imported farm products (vegetables)
3. Increase biodiversity

With over seven years of experience in customer experience and sustainability at Compass Group, Gigi Lau is a dynamic professional dedicated to transforming the corporate catering landscape. As the Customer Experience & Sustainability Director, she leads a team that collaborates with culinary experts, nutritionists, and suppliers to create engaging workplace and school dining solutions.

Her expertise in promotional strategies, vendor engagements, and project management ensures that catering services align with eco-conscious goals. Passionate about reducing waste and enhancing customer experiences, Gigi aims to inspire organizations to adopt sustainable practices that are adaptable in practical forms.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Increase awareness of food waste issues in HK, and more household waste solutions
2. Driving a greener diet across different ages; promote plant-forward diet

Mr Edwin Lau is the Founder 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. He places great concern on several pressing environmental topics, e.g., waste management, climate change, energy conservation, and air pollution.

Mr Lau keeps offering his recommendations and expressing his opinions through media interviews and open letters on several pressing environmental issues confronting humankind. Most of his published letters can be viewed from the following link https://www.scmp.com/author/edwin-lau

Mr Lau is currently a member of the CUHK Jockey Club Museum of Climate Change Expert Committee and a senior advisor of the 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 2025:

• More individuals and businesses will act immediately by adopting genuine measures and practices to tackle the escalating environmental crisis.
• The Government will act fast to roll out the much-needed environmental policies and set a good role model for others to follow suit.

As Senior Global Marketing Manager at BOTEC, I lead sustainable packaging initiatives across financial, utility, government, F&B, and beauty sectors. I specialize in driving adoption of our innovative algae-based materials, which serve multiple applications: biodegradable envelope windows for high-volume institutional mailers (banks, utilities, government), sustainable food packaging solutions, and revolutionary hydrogel facial masks for the beauty industry. At BOTEC, we’re transforming multiple sectors through our seaweed-derived materials that offer a carbon-negative alternative to conventional plastics. Our nature-based innovation delivers both functionality and sustainability – from document windows for bank statements and bills to food-service packaging and premium beauty products.

Our Sustainability Goals for 2025

1. Institutional Document Solutions:

I aim to partner with Hong Kong’s major banks, utility companies, and government departments to replace conventional plastic envelope windows with BOTEC’s biodegradable algae-based films. As these institutions collectively send millions of documents annually, transitioning to our sustainable solution would significantly reduce plastic waste while supporting their ESG objectives.

2. Multi-Industry Sustainable Transition:

My goal is to accelerate adoption of our biodegradable solutions across multiple sectors:

– F&B industry: Implementing sustainable food packaging for restaurants, hotels, and delivery services

– Beauty sector: Expanding the use of our algae-based hydrogel facial masks as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional sheet masks

– Food service: Providing naturally degradable food wraps and containers that maintain quality while meeting environmental standards

3. Innovation Integration:

I hope to demonstrate how one sustainable material source – algae – can revolutionize multiple industries in Hong Kong. By showcasing successful applications from institutional document windows to food packaging to beauty products, we can accelerate the adoption of truly biodegradable solutions that absorb more carbon than they produce while meeting diverse business needs. This cross-sector approach will help Hong Kong businesses transition away from conventional plastics while maintaining or enhancing product functionality.

After graduating with a degree in Industrial Design, Keith has worked in retail product technology for nearly 20 years, first in the UK, and for the last 8 years with DFI Retail Group in Hong Kong. Previously embedding responsible sourcing and packaging sustainability into his Technical roles, Keith now leads the execution of the Sustainability strategy for DFI own brand products.
My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Build on the foundations that have been put in place over the last 4 years.
2. Embed sustainability goals within our brand
3. Challenge and support suppliers to join us on the journey

As Colgate-Palmolive’s Packaging Sustainability Innovation Manager for APAC, Tze leads the development, deployment, and advocacy of Packaging & Plastics Sustainability programs to advance Colgate’s key packaging sustainability goals within APAC. She is also responsible for building external engagement networks for packaging sustainability with NGOs, Government Agencies, Recycling Value Chain and Infrastructure, Packaging Suppliers, and other organizations.

Prior to joining Colgate- Palmolive, Tze was a Circular Packaging Manager at Danone. She was responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and monitoring projects and partnerships contributing to Danone brands’ sustainability and circularity targets. In addition, Tze was a consultant at the World Bank, where she provided advisory on projects related to the circular economy, private sector competitiveness, and plastic value chain analysis.

Tze is an advocate for a zero-waste lifestyle and volunteers as a speaker for Zero Waste Malaysia. Tze graduated with a Master in Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School and BSc in Economics from London School of Economics.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025

• An ambitious BSAP implemented and protects wider area for nature and biodiversity
• Success and concrete impact on Packaging Reduction Charter
• Mandatory waste separation scheme implemented

Mr. Andy Chan is currently serving as Technical Director at Binnies Hong Kong Limited. He also holds the position of Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Waste Management Association (HKWMA), where he actively contributes to shaping policies and practices in waste management in Hong Kong.

As a chartered civil engineer with nearly 20 years of diverse consulting experience in the United States and Hong Kong, Andy has specialized in civil, water, and environmental engineering. Throughout his career, he has successfully advised clients on critical issues such as flood management, climate change adaptation and mitigation, and effective waste management strategies.

At Binnies Hong Kong, Andy manages various environmental engineering and waste infrastructure projects, focusing on innovative solutions that promote resource recovery and beneficial reuse. His played pivotal roles in initiatives like the establishment of the Pilot Biochar Production Plant in EcoPark, the first of its kind in Hong Kong. Additionally, he is currently collaborating with the Environmental Protection Department (EPD) on the development of the Integrated Waste Management Facility Phase 2 (I.PARK2).

Andy’s passion for the environment and sustainability drives him to seek realistic advancements for a more sustainable future in Hong Kong through the principles of circular economy. His commitment to fostering collaboration among public and private sectors exemplifies his dedication to creating impactful changes in the community.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

• Foster a unique green culture consisting of a balance between life and sustainability within the hectic and congested living environment of Hong Kong
• Continue to forge collaborations between the public and private sectors in establishing a local circular economy.

Mr Kenneth Cheng is currently the Deputy Director of Environmental Protection of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. He is responsible for the implementation of waste management, reduction and recycling policies, including producer responsibility schemes, regulation of disposable plastic tableware and other plastic products, land support for recycling industry, community recycling, and food waste collection, etc.

Kenneth joined the Administrative Service of the government of Hong Kong in 1995. He has worked in various bureaux and departments and was responsible for different policy areas, including the higher education policy in Hong Kong, public revenue policy, project planning of the Government’s e-services, etc. Kenneth was once stationed in the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Toronto. Before joining the Environmental Protection Department in September 2022, he served as the District Officer of the Kwai Tsing District of Hong Kong.

Richard Gould serves as Director and General Manager of Swire Coca-Cola HK, leading a team of 1,200 people at the Shatin plant where he oversees operations from supply chain to sales and marketing. The company serves 7.5 million Hong Kong consumers with a portfolio of 20 brands, 80 flavours and 300 products whilst upholding its proud “Made in HK” legacy.

A growth-minded leader with 17 years of experience at Swire Group, Richard previously served as General Manager Digital & IT at Swire Coca-Cola’s head office, where he spearheaded global digital transformation initiatives, and as General Manager of Swire Coca-Cola Hainan. His international career spans operations across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East. Currently serving as Vice President of the Hong Kong Beverage Association and Vice Chairman of GS1 Hong Kong, Richard actively contributes to shaping industry standards and advancing sustainable development practices.

Under his leadership, Swire Coca-Cola HK continues to invest in product innovation, superior customer service, operational excellence and environmental stewardship, whilst developing world-class talent and reinforcing its position as one of Hong Kong’s best employers. In alignment with Swire Coca-Cola’s “Our Choice Our Future” sustainability strategy, the company advances circular economy principles through packaging innovation and waste reduction, whilst fostering partnerships to enhance recycling initiatives across Hong Kong.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:
Our 2030 Sustainable Development Strategy tells a story of purpose and action, underpinned by our strong corporate values and resilient attitude.

1. Planet: We care for our Planet and we are committed to minimize the impact of our business on the environment.
2. Product: We take care to ensure our Products meet the needs and expectations of our consumers, customers and partners.
3. People: We care for our People and the people in the communities we call home.

Ir Kenny Wong is the Director, Business Development & Projects – Hong Kong of ALBA Group Asia. Ir Wong is responsible for identifying, developing and implementing projects of effective waste management and recycling to foster circular economy. He is also acting as the Director and Project Manager of the WEEE·PARK that is currently recycling over 20,000 tons of waste electrical & electronic equipment per year. Ir Wong has over 25 years of experience in environmental management and technologies research and development, with expertise in waste, energy and carbon management, corporate sustainability; and has been leading design and implementation of cleaner production systems for various types of trades and industries, R&D & commercialization of environmental and automotive technologies. Ir Wong also has extensive experience in leading public policy research and studies; including development and implementation, as well as conducting stakeholders’ engagement on government policies and initiatives. Among major government consultancy services, Ir Wong served as a Deputy Programme Director of the HK$2 Billion Recycling Fund for the HKSAR Government. Currently Ir Wong is leading the company’s preparation and actively communicating with the HKSAR Government on the development of Producer Responsibility Scheme for the plastic beverage containers and beverage cartons.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

• Hope Hong Kong can implement the Producer Responsibility Scheme for the plastic beverage containers and beverage cartons as soon as possible
• Hope Hong Kong can re-think the implementation timeline and operation model of the quantity based waste charging scheme
• Hope Hong Kong can further step up collection and recycling of food waste so as to further boost up recycling rate as well as to enhance clean recycling

Paul Zimmerman is an entrepreneur and environmentalist. He promotes interventions wherever he sees that policies, processes or institutions are not working the way they could. One of his foci is waste reduction. He leads “Drink Without Waste,” a charitable organization which actively supports government’s plans to introduce a producer responsibility scheme on beverage containers, including liquid cartons and PET bottles. The organization is supported and advised by the Single-Use Beverage Packaging Working Group, an alliance of stakeholders – from manufacturers to green groups.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025

• Successful introduction of a Producer Responsibility Scheme for beverage containers in Hong Kong
• Collaboration among residents, property managers and cleaners on managing recyclable packaging
• Minimal impact on consumers, and maximum outcomes

Kitty is an Associate Director of SMEC, an SJ Company. She is also a Chartered Environmental Engineer, committee member of HKIE Environmental Division, a Chartered Water and Environmental Manager, Engineering EIA Professional and a Certified ESG Analyst with 16 years of work experience. She has been based in Hong Kong and has worked on projects in Hong Kong, China, Australia, India, Malaysia and the US. She is specialised in delivering projects related to waste, hydraulic, water, drainage, sewerage, environmental and sustainability. She has been involved in several iconic projects such as I∙Park 1, O∙Park 2, Pillar Point Sewage treatment Works, Tai Po Water Treatment Works Phase 2. Kitty has worked through the project lifecycle including feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design and construction. She also demonstrated strength as project manager and project coordinator for multi-disciplinary projects. Kitty has served as committee member of Hong Kong Waste Management Association for years, and she is currently the Vice Chairlady.

PhD, MPhil, BEng, General Manager of Green Living and Innovation Division in HKPC, has over 25 years of experience in environmental management and engineering, green technology research and development, with expertise in waste recycling and management, wastewater reuse/treatment, chemical technology, food technology as well as design and implementation of smart manufacturing process/technology for recycling industry and food industry. Keith has extensive experience in leading environmental policy research and studies, development and implementation, as well as stakeholders’ engagement on policies and initiatives of government and corporations.

Keith also has direct responsibility for managing large scale environmental management projects in the role of project director/manager. The clients for these projects include Hong Kong and Macau Governments, public organisations, environmental and building services consultants, industrial and commercial sectors. Particularly Keith is the Deputy Programme Director of the public engagement conducted for the Council for Sustainable Development on waste charging and control of single use plastics respectively as well as Deputy Programme Director for the implementation of the $2 billion Recycling Fund. He is also the team leader of several large scale trial projects for waste reduction scheme for Government and private sectors.

Victor C. Li is the General Manager of Dunwell Environment Management Company Ltd, one of the pioneering environmental management and technology providers in Hong Kong.

With over 28 years of exposure in environmental & waste management fields, Victor possesses substantial experience applying overseas environmental technologies. He oversees the Hong Kong operation of various chemical waste management programs, remediation and cleanup and one stop recycling services or clients including HKSAR government, major utility companies, property management sectors, transportation companies, etc. Victor has been actively advising various environmental companies from Europe, North America, Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific on the latest technological development and market dynamics and presenting in many overseas conferences and occasions.

Victor is the current executive committee member as well as past chairman of Hong Kong Waste Management Association, the Executive Vice President of the Hong Kong Environmental Industry Association. He also served as the Member for HKSAR’s Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF) Research Projects Vetting Subcommittee (RPVS) and Project Management Committee member of the Cleaner Production Partnership Programme.

My Sustainability Goal for 2025

City wide engagement in implementing some down-to-the-earth sustainability programs

Prof. Dan Tsang is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and Pao Yue-Kong Chair Professor in the State Key Laboratory of Clean Energy Utilization at Zhejiang University in China. A trailblazer in environmental engineering and sustainability, Prof. Tsang has over two decades of research and professional experience. With more than 650 publications in leading international journals, over 75,000 citations, and an h-index of 152, he has been recognized among Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientists (lifetime) and Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers in both the engineering and the environment and ecology categories. He also holds fellowships from the Institution of Civil Engineers (FICE), Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC), and Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (FHKIE). In addition, with a strong commitment to advancing the engineering profession and contributing to public service, Prof. Tsang serves as the founding Editor-in-Chief of npj Materials Sustainability (Nature Portfolio), as well as Chairman of the Hong Kong Waste Management Association (2023–2025) and Waste Management Subcommittee Chair (2023 & 2024) of the Advisory Council on the Environment of the Hong Kong SAR Government.

Kenny received his bachelor’s degree in Environment & Sustainable Development and master’s degree in Environmental Management and Engineering from CEE of PolyU in 2012 and 2014 respectively.

Kenny is the Director 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.

Kenny participates in various professional bodies actively. Kenny was elected as an Executive Committee Member of Hong Kong Waste Management Association (HKWMA) in 2019. Besides, Kenny is a member of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (MHKIE), the Hong Kong Institute of Acoustics (MHKIOA), the Hong Kong Institute of Environmental Impact Assessment (MHKIEIA), the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals Limited (MHKIQEP) and associate member of Institution of Mechanical Engineers (AMIMechE) and BEAM Professional (BEAM Pro).

Kenny appointed by the Government as member of the Advisory Committee on Countryside Conservation (ACCC) in 2021. Kenny obtained The outstanding alumni Award from the PolyU CEE in 2023. Starting from 2024, Kenny appointed as member of Practice and Action Projects Vetting Subcommittee, Environment and Conservation Fund Committee (ECF).

Our sustainability goals for 2025:

• Envision a world where you don’t have to sacrifice convenience, or the environmental quality, to get where you’re going and do what you need to do.