The Promotion of Hydrogen Society – Bringing Green Energy for Future
Day 1 : 12:00 – 13:15
Hydrogen energy is regarded as a low-carbon energy with development potential, as the world is striving to phase out fossil fuels and accelerate energy transition to tackle the challenge of climate change. China has also stated clearly that hydrogen would be an important component of the national energy system in the future. Therefore, seizing the opportunities brought about by hydrogen energy development can help Hong Kong strive towards carbon neutrality, develop a new quality productive force and maintain international competitiveness.
The session today will focus on the buildup of the Hydrogen Society in Hong Kong, by introducing the hydrogen industry chain, from hydrogen production to hydrogen utilization.
Learnings
• Hydrogen production and storage
• Hydrogen fuel cell technology
• Energy transition in heavy industry
• Hydrogen application in transportation
Post-Event Actions
• Acknowledge of the hydrogen energy
• Benefit of promoting hydrogen society
• Alignment of the hydrogen energy and social ESG strategy
Speakers
Pengran Gao
Vice-President
New Energy and New Materials Research Institute of Zijin Mining
Pengran Gao
New Energy and New Materials Research Institute of Zijin Mining
Vice-President
Albert Lau
CEO
EPRO Advance Technology Ltd.
Albert Lau
EPRO Advance Technology Ltd.
CEO
Mr.Albert Lau is Co-founder and CEO of EPRO Advance Technology Ltd. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, and a minor in Environmental Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University in 2002. After graduation, he worked extensively in the field of energy and environment, ranging from silicon material synthesis, solid state hydrogen, photovoltaic as well as water systems. Albert is the co-inventor of several families of patents filed and granted in major countries.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Support HK construct industry for realizing the implementation of hydrogen power plants
Kevin Xiang
Founder
TONGCHU INDUSTRY
Kevin Xiang
TONGCHU INDUSTRY
Founder
Curtis Yu
Head of Strategy
Zemission Limited
Curtis Yu
Zemission Limited
Head of Strategy
Curtis gained his engineering background from Imperial College London with a focus on renewable energy. As Head of Strategy at Zemission, Curtis drives the development and implementation of hydrogen technology. Previously, he led the implementation of Hong Kong’s first hydrogen-powered EV charger, which extracts hydrogen from towngas. Additionally, Curtis serves as Director of PADEL+, the first padel club in Hong Kong. With a background in engineering consultancy, Curtis is committed to advancing sustainable energy technologies.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Curtis hopes to see Hong Kong accelerate the adoption of hydrogen and green hydrogen projects in 2024–2025. He envisions increased use of alternative fuels in electricity generation and the launch of pilot projects focused on decentralized power generation. These steps would significantly advance the city’s sustainability and energy resilience.