Dr. Laurence Delina

Laurence Delina is an Associate Professor of Environment and Sustainability at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. His work focuses on climate finance, resilience, and just energy transitions, with a particular emphasis on Southeast Asia and the role of financial centres in mobilising capital for sustainable development. He has authored over 100 peer‑reviewed publications and four books. Laurence has held fellowships including a Visiting Fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School and was previously a Rachel Carson Fellow. He received his PhD from the University of New South Wales Sydney.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

Laurence’s sustainability goals for 2026 are anchored in advancing transformative solutions for climate action across Asia. He aims to catalyse the flow of capital into resilient and low‑carbon infrastructure, particularly in vulnerable communities, while elevating Hong Kong’s role as a hub for sustainable finance. Through deeper collaboration with policymakers, industry, and civil society, he seeks to turn cutting‑edge research into scalable, real‑world impact that accelerates a more just and enduring energy transition.