Mr Evan Au Yang is the Group President of Animoca Brands, a Hong Kong-based multinational blockchain technology and investment company focused on developing the digital property rights ecosystem, including play-to-earn games, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain marketplaces, infrastructure and more.

Mr Au Yang is also the Chairman of the Board of Civic Exchange, a non-partisan public policy think tank. He serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director on three boards: the Urban Renewal Authority, Sun Hung Kai & Co. Ltd., and Asia Financial Holdings Limited. He is an Advisor for Our Hong Kong Foundation, and serves on the Innovation and Technology Advisory Committee of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the Transport Policy Committee of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, the Development Fund Committee of the Hong Kong Council of Social Service, the Advisory Council for Institute at Brown for Environment and Society for Brown University, as well as the Board of Advisors of Hong Kong 2050 is Now. In addition, Mr Au Yang is a lecturer at the Hong Kong Academy of Politics and Public Policy.

Prior to joining Animoca Brands, Mr. Auyang was the Managing Director and Head of GLG International (Gerson Lehrman Group), a technology-enabled expert insight platform where he ran and grew its business spanning Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific across 15 locations. Before GLG, Mr Auyang was the Deputy Managing Director of the Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) and a board director of Transport International Holdings Limited, the parent company of KMB. Prior to joining Transport International and KMB, Mr. Auyang was an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company. Before that, Mr. Auyang worked at Citigroup’s Derivatives Structuring and Marketing unit.

He obtained his undergraduate degree in Economics and Political Science from Brown University and his MBA degree from the Kellogg School of Management.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Commitment to decarbonize the transport sector via developing a clear roadmap for the industry including vehicle/fleet changes and regulations

Johnny Cheuk graduated from Cambridge University with his PhD in geotechnical engineering. He is currently Senior Vice President & Hong Kong Executive Leader of AECOM overseeing the business growth strategy, client services, project delivery and operations management for AECOM in Hong Kong. He has extensive experience in managing complex and challenging projects including the West Kowloon Station of the MTRC Express Rail Link, Tuen Mun-Chek Lap Kok Link Tunnels and recent assignments for relocating facilities into caverns. In 2013, he was named Young Engineer of the Year by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), for his contributions to the continuous development of Hong Kong through engineering achievements.

In addition to his role at AECOM, Dr Cheuk is actively involved in industry affairs. His current external appointments include Chairperson of ICE Hong Kong Association and Council Member of HKIE. Furthermore, he was elected as Chairman of the HKIE Geotechnical Division for the 2022/2023 term. He also serves as Adjunct Professor at the University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He is also an advisory board/committee member of Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering) and Vocational Training Council (VTC).

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Wider adoption of carbon assessment at early stages of all construction projects
2. More innovative ideas on the use of low carbon construction materials

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.

Ms Louise Bergholm is the Consul General of Sweden to Hong Kong and Macau since 2023. Having served in various capacities in multiple geographical regions, she accumulated more than three decades of diplomatic experience. Her previous positions include Ambassador of Sweden to Bulgaria, while she was also formerly assigned to Washington DC, USA, and Jakarta, Indonesia. She has been effectively handling a wide scope of topics ranging from politics to economics, with a specific focus on trade policy and promotion.

Ms Bergholm obtained a Master of Science in International Economics degree from the Stockholm School of Economics in Sweden, and studied history, political science and Spanish at the University of Stockholm, Sweden.

Edmund CHAN Ping-wa has been working in various government works departments for over 30 years. He is currently Deputy Project Manager of South Development and Sustainable Lantau Office of Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD). Edmund is responsible for the implementation and coordination of the planning, design, construction and interface issues relating to the infrastructure development projects mainly in Hong Kong Island, West Kowloon, and partly in Lantau. Edmund oversees the resource planning, contract administration and financial control matters for development projects.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025 

CEDD’s vision is to build to make Hong Kong a world-class sustainable and resilient city for living, working and playing. We are pursuing innovation and technology to enhance the efficiency, productivity, quality and safety of our works. Also, we are championing smart, green and resilient strategies and initiatives in our services. Being a collaborative client, we continue to achieve engineering excellence and people-oriented solutions.

Mr. Geoffrey Chan is the Co-Founder and Technical Director of RadiansPlus Technologies, a trailblazing company in smart, grid-neutral EV and PV charging solutions. He is the inventor behind the patented Power System Neutral – Dynamic Load Management (PSN-DLM) platform, which enables high-density EV charging without the need for costly, time-consuming grid upgrades.

Grid limitations—such as insufficient transformer capacity, constrained distribution networks, and the high financial and environmental cost of infrastructure expansion—are widely recognized as a major barrier to EV adoption. Mr. Chan’s PSN-DLM technology directly addresses this challenge by intelligently managing energy loads within existing infrastructure, reducing embodied carbon and operational emissions. In 2025, this innovation enabled full EV charging coverage across all public housing carparks in Singapore without requiring any grid upgrades—a landmark achievement in scalable, sustainable mobility.

Mr. Chan has also led ongoing deployments in Hong Kong’s commercial centers, fleet depots in Thailand, and pilot programs in Australia. These projects are currently in progress, demonstrating the adaptability of PSN-DLM across diverse urban and regional contexts.

His vision for scalable, hardware-agnostic, and offline-capable charging has earned RadiansPlus international recognition, including the BRICS Invention Grand Prize and a U.S. patent. Mr. Chan continues to lead the company’s technical strategy and innovation roadmap, forging strategic partnerships to expand into emerging markets and support global net-zero goals through carbon-efficient infrastructure.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

As Hong Kong advances toward becoming a more liveable and climate-resilient city, my personal sustainability goals for 2025 focus on making clean mobility accessible, convenient, and inclusive—without the need for costly infrastructure expansion:

Goal 1 : EV Charging in Public Housing Carparks Without Grid Upgrades

I aim to make EV charging available across Hong Kong’s public housing estates using grid-neutral technology, allowing grassroots drivers to charge at home affordably and reliably. This supports the vision of a liveable city—where residents no longer need to spend time and effort traveling to distant charging stations, and where sustainable mobility is integrated into everyday life.

Goal 2: ‘Park, Fly and Charge’ at Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong is home to one of the busiest airports in the world, serving both long-haul and short-haul travelers. I envision enabling seamless EV charging at the airport using PSN-DLM technology, so travelers can park their vehicles, fly, and return to a fully charged car. This will bring the convenience and green benefits of “Park, Fly and Charge” to Hong Kong, similar to what’s already available at leading airports like LAX.

Goal 3: Modernizing EV Charging Codes for Smarter Infrastructure Use

I advocate for updating Hong Kong’s EV charging regulations to prioritize better utilization of existing electrical infrastructure, rather than defaulting to building new capacity. This shift will accelerate deployment, reduce environmental impact, and make EV charging more accessible across the city.

These goals reflect a commitment to practical, scalable sustainability—ensuring that Hong Kong’s transition to green transportation is not only fast and carbon-efficient, but also truly liveable for all its residents.

Professor WONG Kam Sing, GBS, JP

Wong was appointed as the Secretary for the Environment, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, between 2012 and 2022. During his ten-year tenure as the “environment minister”, Wong initiated a series of sustainability policy blueprints, from climate actions, energy saving, clean air, popularisation of electric vehicles, waste management and circular economy, to biodiversity, leading Hong Kong towards carbon neutrality before 2050. In mid-2024, he published the book Hong Kong Stories in the Journey towards Carbon Neutrality (邁向碳中和 香港人和事).

Wong is currently Distinguished Department of Architecture Fellow and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Politics and Public Administration at The University of Hong Kong, Adjunct Professor in the School of Architecture at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and Honorary Professor at Hong Kong Chu Hai College. Since the late 2022, he has started to serve as Chairman of Wu Zhi Qiao (Bridge to China) Charitable Foundation, leading rural revitalization projects in both the Mainland and Hong Kong and integrating youth development and low-carbon green behaviour and practice in the process of volunteer service.

Wong as an architect has developed expertise on sustainable architecture since the early 1990s. He contributed to various award-winning projects and research in sustainable built environment, from pioneering high-density public housing estate Verbena Heights in the early 1990s to CIC-Zero Carbon Park in the early 2010s. Wong was the Founder Chairman of the Environment and Sustainable Development Committee of the Hong Kong Institute of Architects (1998-2002), Chairman of the Professional Green Building Council (2009-2010) and Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Green Building Council (2012).

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Host a conference on urban-rural sustainability in Hong Kong in early October 2025.
2. Lead a design studio for masters of architecture students to explore sustainable design in the context of the Northern Metropolis together with an exhibition in early December 2025.
3. Organise a low-carbon charitable luncheon event in Lai Chi Wo in early December 2025.

Tim Wong is the ESG & Sustainability Hub Lead at AECOM Hong Kong, driving innovation in sustainable infrastructure and carbon management. With over 16 years of experience in both civil engineering and ESG, Tim has worked on major climate-resilient transport and water projects across the Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asia.

Starting his career in 2008, Tim applied ESG principles to infrastructure projects even before the concept was widely recognized – most notably on a drainage tunnel project in northwest Hong Kong Island. He is a certified carbon auditor, ESG planner, and analyst, and has been a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) since 2013.

A strong advocate for sustainable practices, Tim serves on the Hong Kong Green Building Council’s infrastructure rating system committee. He was named Young Engineer of the Year by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers in 2020 and represented Hong Kong at the UN’s COP28 climate conference in 2023.

Tim is also an active thought leader. He has shared his expertise at global and local events including conferences, industry forums, and university seminars in countries such as Turkey and Thailand, contributing to the international exchange of ideas on sustainability and infrastructure.

Dr. Dai Ji is a Decarbonization Director and Senior Design Manager at China State Construction Engineering (Hong Kong) Limited. Currently, Dr. Dai participates in OPARK2 and WENT extension projects as an environmental engineering specialist, decarbonization director, and BIM manager. She led the team to win many local and international awards due to BIM application and decarbonization practices in OPARK2, including the Autodesk Hong Kong BIM Awards 2022 and Brunel Medal in ICE Award 2023.

Bruno Lhopiteau brings nearly 30 years of experience in optimizing the lifecycle of infrastructure projects, managing assets and technical risks, ensuring sustainability and regulatory compliance.

Since 2004, as Managing Director of Siveco China, its R&D arm Bluebee Technologies and affiliated companies, he has spearheaded advancements in Smart O&M technologies, working primarily on high-impact infrastructure projects in China and the Belt & Road.

For over a decade, he has shared his expertise as a lecturer on Industrial Risk Management at Shanghai University’s Sino-European School of Technology. With over 100 published articles, Bruno is a prominent voice at global conferences, addressing asset management, risk control, and digital transformation.

His innovations in mobile solutions, 3D BIM for maintenance, and AI-driven Prognostics & Health Management have earned multiple awards and serve over 1,000 clients in Greater China, including Hong Kong Tramways, the Environmental Protection Department, the Drainage Services Department and Hong Kong International Airport, alongside mainland utilities such as Shanghai Chengtou Water, Beijing Environment, Capital Water, and Zhongshan Water. Partnering with leading Chinese builders, they have been applied globally, most recently for power plants in Saudi Arabia, metro systems in Egypt, power grids in Brazil and wastewater facilities in India.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Advocate for smart technology’s role, aligned with ISO 55000 standards, in enhancing resilience, compliance, and sustainability through academic lectures and professional conferences.
2. Foster international cooperation on high-impact Belt & Road infrastructure projects, leveraging my unique French and Chinese perspectives.
3. Help streamline Hong Kong’s often complex IT systems for Asset Management, applying my business expertise to unlock sustainability potential.
4. Promote local sustainability by maintaining my traditional home on a quiet Shanghai canal, supporting organic gardening, and integrating into village life.

Wei Li is a Principal of RMI China, with his work focusing on Building, Infrastructure, and Supply Chain decarbonization. He oversees RMI China’s projects leading to efforts to decarbonize the largest building stock in the world and a key player in global supply chain of new-tech products vital to energy transition globally. He also oversees RMI China’s works on China-Southeast Asia energy transition collaborations where synergy can be created to speed up clean power deployment and clean industries and value chains for the world.

Calvin is currently the Head of Sustainability Assurance Services at SGS, with over 10 years of professional experience in corporations on sustainability. His background spans a diverse global value chain across multiple business sectors, providing extensive knowledge and field experience in sustainability, business consulting and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) quantification. As a passionate practitioner and strategist, Calvin specializes in corporate sustainability, ESG disclosure, green finance and carbon solutions.

His memberships include the Product Working Group of the Hong Kong Green Finance Association and the Climate Change Business Forum of the Business Environment Council. He is also a certified expert in ESG, energy management, and carbon footprint analysis, with auditing qualifications across multiple sustainability standards in the food, hospitality, and textile sectors.

With a career rooted in strategy, transformation, partnerships, and sustainability, Calvin has consistently guided organizations through complex challenges — whether by integrating sustainability into core business operations or by cultivating cross-sector collaborations that drive long-term impact.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Strengthen Corporate Climate Accountability: Encourage businesses to adopt rigorous GHG disclosures and climate risk assessments, using transparency to drive performance improvements and long-term resilience.
2. Build Ethical and Sustainable Value Chains: Promote global value chains that prioritize ethical sourcing, fair labor, and environmental responsibility – making sustainability central to Hong Kong’s economic identity.
3. Accelerate ESG Integration in Finance: Support deeper integration of ESG principles into the financial sector to enable more sustainable investment decisions and foster a greener, more inclusive economy.

Lawrence Iu is Executive Director at Civic Exchange. As a professional environmental strategist, he has profound experience in crafting climate change models and impactful public policies. His current focuses are on policy action in Energy, Building Energy Efficiency and Mobility. He has successfully built a platform with public, corporate and government stakeholders to craft an inclusive transition plan with strong buy-in.

In his previous roles in a multinational corporation and a higher institution, Lawrence led environmental sustainability and occupational health & safety projects across Asia Pacific and coordinated emerging technology management, circular economy and green chemistry research.

My Sustainability Goals for 2023:

Despite these difficult times, we must remain forward looking and anticipate the time of recovery. Even more so, we are now in a favourable position to make fundamental policy decisions to rethink our economic model, making it fit for a low carbon missions world, and to set course for a better, sustainable, and more liveable future for Hong Kong.

Emerson has a background in aeronautical engineering, zero emission automotive design, and corporate communications. He has served in many key management roles at REFIRE covering comunications, business development, and institutional and investor relations. He led the internationalization of the brand for the company’s Hong Kong IPO and is now responsible for international strategy and market development for hydrogen production and fuel cell mobility and power.

Ir Gordon NG is the Technical Secretary of the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department. He offers support to the Director to oversee all corresponding initiatives on promoting electrical and mechanical safety and energy efficiency to the public.

Ir NG has been working in the government for over 15 years and taken up professional roles in the areas of engineering services, project management, business development as well as regulatory enforcement. Ir NG received his Bachelor of Engineering degree and Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Hong Kong. He has also obtained his MBA degree from the City University of Hong Kong.

Ir NG is a corporate member of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM). Apart from being the committee member of HKIE Gas and Energy Division, he is now serving as the Honorary Secretary of HKIE Gas Discipline Advisory Panel and IGEM Far East District Section.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Establish a robust regulatory framework for a safe and sustainable electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem, with objective to move beyond initial support for the entire EV maintenance industry, ensuring safety, environmental protection, and high professional standards.

Accelerate the hydrogen economy through strategic infrastructure piloting, with objective to transit from promoting hydrogen development to actively facilitating the commercial-scale hydrogen applications in various sectors.

Ir Ng is currently the Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Energy Services Association (HAESCO) and serves as a key contact for leading hydrogen and smart energy institutions in China. He has recently contributed to the development of draft H2 safety guidelines and legislation for the EMSD.

• Professionally, he is a Registered Professional Engineer (HK) and a Chartered Engineer (UK). He is a Fellow Member of both the HKIE and IMechE, as well as a Member of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (UK).
• With over 46 years of experience in the power and renewable energy sectors across Hong Kong, Mainland China, and the Asia Pacific, he is now in a consultancy role, recently assisting a Chinese design institution with energy and environmental project development in Kenya and Australia. Additionally, he teaches energy at HK University of Science and Technology.
• Previously, he served as the CEO of Holy Electricity Consulting, Director of Engineering and Safety at CLP Holdings, and as Executive Vice President of CLP GuoHua, along with roles as Station Manager at both Castle Peak and the Pumped Storage Power Station.

Mr. Eric Wong is the business development manager at Siemens Energy Ltd. in Hong Kong. He is responsible for driving strategic initiatives that enhance our market presence in the dynamic energy sector. His expertise lies in analyzing market trends, coordinating cross-functional teams, and managing complex business opportunities that align with Siemens Energy’s commitment to sustainability and technological advancement.

Eric is involved in our sustainable energy system team, for which included hydrogen related energy strategies and technology in achieving a sustainable and environmentally responsible future. This new energy landscape, fueled by renewable sources, is revolutionizing patterns of power generation, distribution, and consumption.

Mr Hong Wan graduated from the University of Hong Kong in 2005 and began his engineering career at Thames Water Utilities Limited in the UK, where he worked until 2012.

After returning to Hong Kong, Mr Wan took on roles at Black & Veatch and SUEZ from 2012 to 2017, contributing to the delivery of various water and waste management projects. He later joined the Construction Industry Council (CIC), serving as Manager at the Construction Innovation and Technology Application Centre (CITAC), where he promoted the adoption of innovative technologies in the construction sector.

In January 2021, Mr. Wan was appointed Regional Director, Hong Kong of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE). In this capacity, he continues to drive the advancement of the civil engineering profession across the region.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Promote and support the adoption of whole-life carbon management practices across infrastructure projects in Hong Kong.
2. Encourage the integration of smart and sustainable technologies in construction by sharing best practices and success stories.
3. Inspire and empower young engineers with the skills and mindset needed to lead in sustainability.

Ms. Julia Chan is an ecologist and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Expert member for the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals. Currently the Environment and Society (E&S) Leader for Asia unit of Mott MacDonald Group based in Hong Kong, leading the E&S team across nine countries/cities in delivering environmental, sustainability and climate resilience solutions for local and international development projects for transportation, building and energy sectors.

She is specialised in wetland and biodiversity conservation, river revitalisation and eco-seawall design by nature-based solutions to promote liveable cities and biodiversity net gain. She has over 25 years’ experience in ecological monitoring, environmental and social impact assessment, environmental management and ecological design in support blue-green infrastructures. Projects involving ecological enhancement design and biodiversity conservation led by/with major involvement by Julia including the river revitalisation of Lower Lam Tsuen River site trial design for Eco-hydraulics Study on Green Channels Stage 2, Enhancement of Shek Sheung River Investigation and Enhancement of Existing River Sections Investigation for the Drainage Services Department, River Revitalisation Specialist for the Tung Chung New Town Development West Environmental Team Services, Project Director of a Comprehensive Residential Development with Wetland Restoration Area at Wo Shang Wai Yuen Long and Marine Ecology Specialist for the Third Runway Project Environmental Team, advising on marine and fisheries conservation initiatives for the Airport Authority Hong Kong.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Conserving Life on Land and Below Water by nature-based design to promote sustainable cities and to the benefit to our communities.

Shirley Chen is a seasoned landscape designer and a leading advocate for sustainable urbanism, representing the Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects at ReThink HK 2025. As Head of AECOM’s Buildings + Places division in Hong Kong and Asia Strategy and Growth Lead in the same sector, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s regional direction. With over 20 years of experience at AECOM, Shirley has led award-winning low-carbon projects such as the Shenzhen Baoan Airport Renewal and the Sanya’s Haitang River Eco-Park in Hainan. She collaborates with governments, developers, and academia to champion innovation, inclusion, and sustainable design, including her role in the ULI GBA and InnoSpace GBA Green Future Innovation Think Tank. Her contributions have been recognized with multiple international accolades, including the 2025 Gold Stevie Award for “Sustainability Hero of the Year” in Asia, celebrating her visionary impact in advancing sustainable development.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Embed resilience metrics into integrated design services
2. Advance nature-positive solutions that enhance ecosystem services
3. Promote inclusive, low-carbon designs that improve community well-being

Mr Edwin Lau is a civil engineer by profession and has worked as a professional engineer in the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region for about 30 years. During his services, he has been involved in the life cycle covering planning to operation stage of various drainage and sewerage projects over the territory. Currently, Mr Lau is the Assistant Director of the Operations and Maintenance Branch of the Drainage Services Department of the Hong Kong SAR Government, overseeing drainage system and blue-green drainage infrastructure planning, research and development, climate change, operation and maintenance of drainage and sewerage network, and district matters in the department.

David Martin is a driving force behind the successful delivery of complex programmes and the pursuit of service excellence across the region. His extensive experience encompasses major projects throughout Europe and Asia Pacific, providing him with a unique global perspective and a deep understanding of the diverse challenges and opportunities within each market. This includes leading the delivery of capital investment programs valued up to an impressive HK$93 billion.

A chartered civil engineer with a proven track record, David possesses a comprehensive understanding of the entire project lifecycle and has successfully led individual projects valued at up to HK$20 billion, demonstrating his ability to manage large teams and navigate complex stakeholder relationships. His experience spans client, contractor, and designer perspectives, giving him valuable insights into the intricacies of project and programme management from all angles.

David leads Mace Consult in APAC, while overseeing a number of strategic accounts in Hong Kong. He leverages his experience to drive innovation and best practices across Mace Consult’s regional teams, ensuring the consistency and excellence in every project and programme.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Climate risk and resilience becoming a common topic in the board room and client conversations
2. For everyone to embrace the Retrofit opportunity Hong Kong has at it’s doorstep
3. To upskill and educate myself and the team on how we apply sustainable principles to every conversation and programme.

Dr. Mo Tiande is the Head of Business Development and Commercialisation Unit and the Head of Emerging Applications Unit at the Centre of Advanced Power and Autonomous Systems (APAS) of the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC). He is engaged in the research of cutting-edge technologies such as new energy vehicles, autonomous driving, human-machine interaction, hydrogen energy and fuel cells, and new materials etc. Dr. Mo has managed and participated in more than 50 innovative technology research projects and technical consultancy projects. He has published more than 20 academic papers and has more than 30 invention patents and utility model patents, as well as more than 20 international and local awards. He led his team to win the Best Paper Award in the 2022 Journal of Energy Storage, the Best Paper First Prize in the 2023 International Symposium on Nanotechnology and Smart Materials for Environmental Applications, the Silver Award in the 2024 Sixth APEC Energy Smart Community Initiative Best Practice Award Program in the Smart Energy Category, and the Best Paper Award in the 2025 Seventh Asia Energy and Electrical Engineering Symposium

• Managing Director of Minerva Innovation International
• Former President & CFO of Gofurther.ai -an autonomous driving company focusing on last-mile delivery services
• Serial entrepreneur with cross-sector experience in PE/VC investment, high-tech, management consulting, etc…
• Author of 《风险投资简史》- 机械工业出版社 and novellas 《乌斯怀亚》-湖南文学

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

To play my small but positive role in transforming Hong Kong into a world-class AI city

Dr. Mo Li is a Professor from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. His is the director of Low Altitude Economy Research Centre (LAERC) at HKUST. His research focuses on system aspects of wireless sensing and networking, IoT for smart cities and urban informatics. Dr. Li has been on the editorial board of IEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking, IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing, and IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications, all leading journals in the field. Dr. Li currently serves the Editor-in-Chief of ACM Transactions on Internet of Things. He also served the technical program committee member for major conferences in computer system and networking, including ACM MobiCom, ACM MobiSys, ACM SenSys, and many others. Dr. Li is a Distinguished Member of the ACM since 2019, and a Fellow of the IEEE since 2020.

Dr. Lingxiao Wu (Leo) is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Prior to this, he was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at HEC Montreal, Canada. Dr. Wu received his PhD degree in Transportation Studies from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Dr. Wu is dedicated to improving the efficiency and sustainability of transportation systems by proposing innovative solutions using operations research and data analytics. Dr. Wu currently serves as a core member of The Research Centre for Low Altitude Economy (RCLAE) of PolyU.

• Guest Lecturer, HKU ICB
• TED International Public Welfare Speaker
• UN Sustainable Development Award Winner
• Panelist: “New Opportunities in Low-Altitude Economy Development in the Greater Bay Area”
• Speaker: China Scenic Spot Low-Altitude Forum
• Keynote Speaker: Sohu Annual Sci-Tech Conference
• 2024 Hurun China Under 30s Honoree
• Interviewed Guest: International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia
• Featured Guest: “Greater Bay Area Tech Innovation Spokesperson” Program of the Greater Bay Area

Jason is the Head of Land and Housing Research at Our Hong Kong Foundation. He manages a team of research professionals to conduct in-depth research on key policy issues, including land and housing, transport and logistics, and retail and tourism.

He leverages his research, advisory, and consultancy expertise to generate insights and actionable recommendations for various government agencies, statutory bodies, and conglomerates. Over the years, he has published ten research reports and co-written a book that have impacted public policies.

As a chartered surveyor, he is regularly invited to comment on land and housing policies and the real estate market on various TV and radio channels. He is also a frequent op-ed contributor, with close to 80 pieces published in print and online newspapers.

Being the Founding Chairman of The Low Altitude Economy Association of Hong Kong, China, Mr Cheung is keen to promote the development of such new innovative direction to Hong Kong and empowerment of the local economic growth as well as solid as international technology and financial hub.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. New economic growth and better living environment by the latest LAE related technologies
2. Strengthen the position of Hong Kong as international technology and financial hub via the development of LAE

Desmond Ho named “Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2020 – Entrepreneur”. He is a serial entrepreneur specialising in AI and drone technology. In 2017, he Initiated a crowdsourcing and financing platform to expedite the social infrastructure development in Myanmar. In 2021, he founded Alpha AI which is the 1st HK startup that obtained the BVLOS License under the Low Altitude Economy (LAE) sandbox, utilising locally developed AI and 3D technology for building, slope and confined space inspection with the company admitted into Cyberport Incubation Program. He graduated from the University of Cambridge with a background in urban planning and economics. He served as the Vice President of the Cyberport Startup Alumni Association from 2022 to 2023.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Safer City
2. More sustainable industry

Ben Lin is the Global CEO of FLYXH Ltd and HiTS Shanghai Ltd. With a background spanning over 18 years in financial services, Ben has previously spent 7 years at Capital Group, specialising in Asia Industrials and Asia Insurance research. He also held senior roles on the sell-side, including Managing Director and Head of Internet Research, as well as Head of Asia Insurance Research at Morgan Stanley. Additionally, Ben has worked at Nomura and Credit Suisse. He holds a Master of Commerce from Macquarie University and is an actuary by training.

Ir Steven Lui is a Technical Director of AECOM responsible for project management and delivery of Smart Mobility projects in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. He has more than 21 years of international experience working in both public and private sectors on projects in the UK, UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. He has served as Project Manager and technical leads in projects involving Smart Mobility and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and has also been involved in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) / Low-altitude Economy (LAE) and Automated Vehicles (AV) projects in Hong Kong and in the region.

Steven is also the President of the Society for the Intelligent Transportation Systems Hong Kong (ITS-HK) and is also the Chairman of the ITS-HK Technical Committee Sub-group on LAE. Steven is also one of the Committee Members of the IET Hong Kong Railway & Transport Section. He has also been appointed as an Enterprise Support Scheme (ESS) Assessment Panelist for the Innovation and Technology Fund (ITF) under the HKSAR Government since 2021. He is also an Expert Review Panelist of Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech (LSCM) R&D Centre and a member of the Smart Mobility Technology (C-V2X) Alliance, and an International Committee Member of the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association (IBTTA).

Yushen Liu joined the company in 2009 and has held various roles to develop BNEF’s business across APAC. In her current role as co-head of BNEF APAC commercial, Ms.Liu manages BNEF commercial teams in Greater China, Japan, and Korea to provide research solutions for clients across multiple asset classes to shape their decarbonization strategy. Ms.Liu also co-leads the overall business operation in the APAC region.

Ms. Liu holds a bachelor’s degree in law from Nankai University and a MSc Degree on Human Resources Management and Organizational Analysis from King’s College London. She also holds an MBA degree at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

CharIN Asia Managing Director since 2016. Promoting the rollout of the Combined Charging System (CCS)/MCS (Megawatt Charging System)/ ISO15118-20 for E-Mobility in Asia, Australia and New Zealand

Managing Director Sigma – W2 Ltd since 1991

Business Development: Assisting Technology companies with their European or Asian market entry and Implementing sales & market strategies for Western companies into Asia

MBA Rutgers University (NJ, USA)

Master’s degree in engineering with a specialization in Applied Nuclear Physics (University of Brussels, Belgium)

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Accelerate global adoption of electric vehicles (EVs)—including two- and three-wheelers, passenger cars, mining equipment, marine vessels and E-planes—by implementing interoperable charging standards like CCS and MCS, which will cut CO2 emissions and advance climate-neutral transportation worldwide
2. Design and Certify standardized, reliable, and user-friendly charging solutions to streamline EV infrastructure, reduce costs, and enhance sustainable urban mobility.
3. Support climate-neutral cities by scaling EV charging infrastructure, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goal 11 to create inclusive, safe, and resilient urban environments.

Atlas Fung is a seasoned carbon, sustainability and infrastructure consultant with over 15 years’ experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and transformative infrastructure projects across Asia, the UK, and the Middle East. As the regional market sector lead for carbon, sustainability and net zero at AtkinsRéalis, Atlas spearheads decarbonisation consultancy initiatives in Hong Kong and Singapore, advancing solutions from GHG reporting to whole life-cycle carbon assessments and ESG disclosures.

A recognised Carbon Leader within the global AtkinsRéalis network, Atlas was one of just 30 employees worldwide selected for the inaugural Carbon Academy in 2024. His leadership has helped expand the firm’s footprint across AtkinsRealis in Asia, delivering advisory services in transport, urban planning, future mobility, and climate resilience projects in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Whisker is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the technology industry. Prior to joining Siemens Mobility, he has led digital, AI and machine learning based projects in various industries, including Healthcare, Logistics. Leading the Digital Development Center at Siemens Mobility Hong Kong, he is currently spearheading digital transformation initiatives, particularly through AI and machine learning. He is also a project manager for a number of government and mobility related digital projects aimed at making Hong Kong transportation smarter and more sustainable.

Whisker holds a Master’s Degree in IT Management from Hong Kong Baptist University and a Bachelor’s in Computing and Networking. His career is marked by a commitment to leveraging advanced technology to drive innovation at Siemens Mobility in the transportation industry.

Our Sustainability Goals for 2025

– Accelerate smart and sustainable mobility solutions in Hong Kong

Gene Soo is Head of Ecosystem at MTR Corporation’s Global Innovation Department, where he supports innovation initiatives across Hong Kong and MTR’s international operations. His work focuses on turning ideas into practical pilots, with the aim of scaling solutions that improve urban mobility, enhance passenger experience, and contribute to more sustainable operations.

Gene is personally committed to environmental sustainability and is an active recycler. He regularly uses MTR’s Carbon Wallet and Hong Kong’s Green@Community network to reduce waste and support circular practices in daily life.

At MTR, Gene helps drive digital transformation, supports the development and commercialization of new solutions, and fosters collaboration across departments and with external partners. He also works to encourage a culture of experimentation and openness to new ways of working.

Prior to joining MTR, Gene brought Citymapper to Hong Kong and co-founded StartupsHK, contributing to the city’s growing tech and startup community. He holds a BS and MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and an MBA from Columbia University.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Connect Innovation with Impact
Share real-world examples of how emerging technologies—especially AI, digital tools, and platform thinking—can drive measurable progress in sustainability, from smarter resource use to more efficient urban systems.

Make AI Tangible for Sustainability
Help audiences understand how AI is transforming the way we live, work, move, and consume, and how we can harness it to make more informed and responsible decisions as individuals, communities, and organizations.

Demystify the Intersection of Tech, Mobility, and Climate
Simplify the narrative around sustainability and innovation by sharing stories that show how new approaches—like behavior nudges, digital incentives (e.g., Carbon Wallet), and circular practices—can shift systems and culture.

Encourage Systems Thinking and Cross-Sector Collaboration
Advocate for breaking down silos and building ecosystems of collaboration across public, private, and civic sectors to scale sustainable solutions more effectively.

Champion a Mindset Shift
Inspire corporate and civic audiences to adopt a mindset of agility, experimentation, and long-term thinking, using innovation not just for efficiency but for positive societal and environmental change.

Clement Cheung is an environmental professional with expertise in multi-stakeholder engagement and impact-driven initiatives in climate change and circular economy. His work centres on fostering collaboration among businesses, policymakers, and communities to advance shared sustainability objectives. At Business Environment Council (BEC), Clement leads the BEC’s Energy Transition Advisory Group, overseeing projects that promote new energy adoption and sectoral decarbonisation. He coordinates a consultancy project focused on monitoring and evaluating the performance of electric and hybrid ferries, generating strategic insights to support maritime decarbonisation. Clement also facilitates stakeholder dialogues aimed at accelerating the electrification of commercial vehicles, as well as formulating a guidebook for decarbonising the construction sector. In addition, he leads the BEC’s Hong Kong Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition Programme, bringing together Partners across the aviation fuel value chain to advocate for supportive policies that accelerate the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel in Hong Kong.

Ir Simon Lam
Director – eMobility

Simon has been working in CLP for almost 30 years. He had held key positions in CLP Engineering/CLPe Solutions and CLP Power, with sound experience in project and contract management, customer services, developing new business areas and formulating marketing strategies. In his current role, he leads the eMobility strategies to accelerate the electrification of commercial vehicle and marine vessel in Hong Kong. He has the mission of leveraging technical knowhow, commercial experience and networking to facilitate eMobility infrastructure development and orchestration of various stakeholders to achieve zero carbon transportation target.

Leo holds a Master’s degree in Logistics Engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics from the University of Duisburg-Essen in Germany, with a strong background combining engineering and business.

Since 2021, he has led the overseas aftermarket at CATL, building a global service network from scratch. During the pandemic, he successfully established eight regional warehouses, four repair centers, and three training hubs, covering 95 overseas sites. He also established strategic partnerships with Bosch, ZF, and other global players, earning CATL’s “President’s Award.”

Now, Leo serves as EVOGO’s General Manager of Overseas, HK, and Macau Business. He drives the global expansion of the “Choco-Swap” battery swapping ecosystem, focusing on building a standardized international battery swapping ecosystem via strategic global partnerships.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

Power up in two minutes, drive anywhere without limits.

Mr. Jiang ShiJie, is the Head of After-Sales Team (including all battery related after-sales servicing for the Dragon Rise New Energy Holdings Limited (“DRNEH”) group companies. Partnering with (“FAW” 中國第一汽車 – Hongqi 紅旗), CATL 寧德 and Times Xiaojun (Xiamen) New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. 時代小桔 (JV between CATL & DiDi), DRNEH is the first to introduce battery swappable “Rethink” concept and apply it on all commercially run electric vehicles, be it taxi, trucks, or any land transport you may think of.

Mr. Jiang holds a master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Wuhan University. He has been working in PRC’s top leading battery manufacturers, like CATL and CORNEX for many years focusing on offshore customer services (mainly EU & USA markets). He is instrumental in setting up the global after-sales networks and formulating the training programs for the battery service teams. At CATL, he directed a team to develop from scratch how to add value to the battery after-sales market like ESS preventive maintenance and battery extend warranty; and at CORNEX, he played a leading role launching the service assurance program from training to service pledge KPI.

Excelling from his past track record, he is dedicated to enhancing the travel experience of Hong Kong’s taxi industry and stabilizing the power grid shortage and anxiety at his current position. Meanwhile, he is exploring ways to support the Battery-Swap ecosystem and is dedicated to promoting the E-Mobility in Hong Kong in the context of Carbon Neutrality.

After-sales services can effectively extend battery life, thereby enhance safety and reduce carbon emissions. Additionally, ongoing research and development in battery cell-level remanufacturing will further maximize the resource value of batteries. The combination of Battery-Swap and the Aftersales Services will also attract more international innovative fundings to Hong Kong.

Vice President, Operations
DHL Express Hong Kong & Macau

With over 20 years of experience in the logistics industry, Mr. Boris Chui serves as the Vice President of Operations for DHL Express in Hong Kong and Macau. He has been instrumental in the success of DHL Express’s operational management in Hong Kong and Macau, where he oversees a workforce of more than 1,000 frontline employees across three large-scale international service centers and one domestic service center.

Under his leadership, the company successfully managed the relocation of the Hong Kong West Service Centre in 2024, which ranks among the top three DHL Express service centers worldwide in terms of shipment volume handled. This facility, with a total investment of HK$1.5 billion, features cutting-edge innovations, including an advanced auto-sorting system and sustainable design elements, making it the first LEED Gold certified service center in Hong Kong.

Mr. Chui began his career at DHL Express as a Project Engineer and subsequently advanced to the role of Ground Operations Director in Hong Kong, responsible for managing the local service centers, before assuming his current position as Vice President of Operations in 2020.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering and engineering automation and management from the City University of Hong Kong.

Astor is the CFO at Sino Express, a leading developer and operator of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and network in Hong Kong. She is dual qualified as an ICAEW Associate Chartered Accountant and HKICPA member with academic credentials from the London School of Economics and the University of Warwick. She has developed a strong track record in financial due diligence, strategic finance, and private equity, having worked with top-tier firms across diverse sectors. At Sino Express, Astor plays a pivotal role in aligning financial strategy with ESG goals. Her expertise supports Hong Kong’s transition to low-carbon mobility and reflects her commitment to sustainable finance and environmental innovation.

Mr. Merlin Lao is the Head – Policy & Research at Building Environment Council Limited (BEC). He is leading a team to share clear policy positions on pressing climate and environmental topics in Hong Kong, through research on latest domestic and international trends, engaging with the Hong Kong SAR Government and connecting insights of the local business sector. He is keen on net-zero transition that not only looks at decarbonisation, but also a more equal and liveable built environment.

Mr. Lao is a programme management professional with 15 years of climate change and environment career experience across private, public and non-profit sectors in East Asia, with major exposure in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao and South Korea. Prior to joining BEC, he was the senior programme manager at an international non-governmental organisation driving sustainable cities agenda in China, Japan, Mongolia and South Korea, covering topics of air quality, low-emission development, urban resilience, circular economy and nature-based solutions. He also led the environmental protection planning at the Macao Environmental Protection Bureau and worked in a technical consultancy dedicated in carbon accounting and management in his earlier career.

My Sustainability Goal for 2025:

Hoping to see deeper work for various business sectors to look into decarbonisation roadmaps, in connection with abatement curves, economic transition and opportunities.

As General Manager for Hong Kong, South China and Macau at Lufthansa Group since January 2025, Pierre-Yves Buysschaert is responsible for the commercial operations across Asia’s most vibrant and competitive aviation markets. With a particular focus on sustainable growth, he leads business development, revenue optimization, and cross-cultural team leadership in this dynamic region.

Pierre-Yves is driving Lufthansa Group’s commercial development by strengthening partnerships with corporate clients, travel agencies, and local stakeholders. One of his main objectives is supporting the further development of sustainable travel initiatives that align with the region’s evolving environmental priorities.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. To promote and support positive environmental change by enhancing our communication to passengers, corporates and travel partners about sustainable aviation practices.
2. Encourage the travel community to adopt more ecofriendly travel habits through the different possibilities which are available and by sharing their sustainability efforts.
3. Working with local communities to build awareness about responsible travel, ensuring we create a sustainable future that future generations will embrace.

Grace Cheung is General Manager Sustainability at Cathay Pacific. Leading the Group Sustainability Department, Grace oversees sustainability strategy and ESG performance of the whole Cathay Group. Under Grace’s leadership, sustainability has changed from a standalone specialist function to an integrated strategic and operational imperative in the airline group.

During Grace’s tenure, Cathay Pacific has committed for its net zero carbon emissions goal by 2050, supported by its mid-term target for using 10% sustainable aviation fuel and 12% carbon intensity improvement by 2030. The airline has also launched the first major Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Programme in Asia in 2022.

Grace has also led Cathay’s effort in circular economy, reducing its environmental footprint on materials and waste. The airline has reduced its customer-facing single-use plastic items from an average of 7.7 pieces per passenger in 2019 down to 3.1 in 2023. A new target is set to bring it down further to 1.5 pieces per passenger by 2025, supported by additional targets on recycled plastics usage and recycling rate.

Grace represents Cathay in a number of industry working groups advocating for supportive policies and best practices sharing for further development of sustainability in the airline industry. Grace is the Chair of the Environment & Sustainability Board at the oneworld alliance and the Vice Chair of the Sustainability & Environment Advisory Council at the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Ms. Sylvia Har is the General Manager of ECO Aviation Fuel Services Limited, a subsidiary of The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas). She is responsible for managing the Permanent Aviation Fuel Facility (PAFF)—the sole gateway for receiving aviation fuel in Hong Kong. Prior to joining ECO, Ms. Har has 20+ years of experience in the petrochemical, oil & gas, and environmental engineering sectors, contributing to a wide range of complex infrastructure and energy projects across the region.

Ms. Har is a Chartered Engineer and a member of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). She is dedicated to advancing safe, efficient, sustainable and responsible engineering practices within the aviation fuel industry, with a strong focus on environmental stewardship in Hong Kong.

Ken has been with ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East (Airports Council International) since January 2012. He is responsible for the management of Environment sustainability and Airport IT portfolio and promotes cooperation amongst airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region, covering airport members from the Middle East, Mongolia to Australia and New Zealand.

He is the secretariat of ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Environment Committee and the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Airport Information Technology Liaison Group.

He is also the Manager of Airport Carbon Accreditation and heads the net zero roadmap and Airport Climate Adaptation Programme in the region.

Ken’s previous background includes chemical engineering, environmental plant management; construction projects, certified environmental officer and was responsible to maintain good EHS of environmental treatment plants with qualifications in ISO 14001, ISO 14064, ISO5001 and project management.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. More advancement in green energy
2. More climate resilience policy and implementation

Miss Chan is Deputy Secretary for Transport and Logistics of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. She is responsible for formulating policies on matters relating to Hong Kong’s role as an international maritime centre, a leading hub port and a regional logistics hub. Prior to joining Transport and Logistics Bureau in May 2023, Miss Chan served in various government bureaux and departments, including Marine Department, University Grants Committee Secretariat, Home Affairs Department, the then Transport and Housing Bureau, etc.

陳女士是香港特別行政區政府運輸及物流局副秘書長，負責就香港作為國際海運中心、主要樞紐港和區域物流樞紐的相關事宜制定政策。陳女士曾在特區政府多個政策局及部門服務，包括海事處、大學教育資助委員會秘書處、民政事務總署、前運輸及房屋局等，並於二零二三年五月加入運輸及物流局。

Ms Pamela Ku is the Acting Secretary General of the Hong Kong Chamber of Shipping. She is also the Chief Executive Officer of the Belt & Road Hong Kong Centre and the Bay Area Hong Kong Centre since November 2017.

Pamela holds an LLB degree and a Master of Science degree in Social Science from the University of Southampton, UK. She was admitted as a solicitor of Hong Kong in 1998.

Gerrit Bunt’s expertise lies in ship operations and fleet management, with extensive practical, design, and theoretical experience in emerging fuels like LNG, methanol, and ammonia, as well as in digitalization, including the design, testing, and operation of technical simulations and digital twins.

With 20 years of experience at sea, holding both chief engineer and master licenses, Gerrit has spent 13 years in ship and fleet management for owners.

Additionally, he has five years of experience developing and reviewing operational standards and designs for decarbonization systems, including new energy systems across various vessel types.

In the past two years, he has focused on building his business development expertise to facilitate the implementation of innovative technologies, with the goal of enhancing compliance within today’s increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

格里特．邦特 (Gerrit Bunt) – 必维船级社北亚区可持续发展经理

Gerrit Bunt在船舶运营与船队管理方面拥有深厚的专业背景，具备丰富的实践、设计与理论经验，涉猎领域包括LNG、甲醇和氨等绿色燃料，以及数字化技术如技术仿真和数字孪生的设计、测试与运行。Gerrit拥有20年海上经验，持有轮机长和船长证书，并有13年为船东管理船舶和船队的经验。此外，他还在制定与审核脱碳系统的操作标准和设计方面积累了5年经验，包括不同船型的新式能源系统。过去两年，Gerrit致力于发展业务拓展能力，推动新技术的应用，目标是在日益复杂的监管环境中助力行业提升合规水平。

Karim Fahssis is heading decarbonization for Maersk in China.

As a global provider of end-to-end logistics services with the ambition to achieve carbon net zero transport by 2040, it is a strategic imperative for Maersk that we develop and identify the solutions which will enable us to deliver on our aspirations.

His main focus is on securing production and sourcing of green methanol in China in time for the delivery of Maersk new vessels. He also advises Maersk’s landside department on its decarbonization journey.

Karim Fahssis is an energy engineer by training and an entrepreneur having considerable experience with renewable energy projects. He has a strong technical background and a thorough understanding of the concepts and standards relevant to decarbonization. A French national, Karim Fahssis has been a resident of China since 2005 with his family in China. He speaks Chinese fluently.

He holds a double master’s degree in mechanical engineering and fluid dynamics from Centrale Nantes engineering school (France) and energy management from the Xi’an Jiaotong University (China).

He was awarded by the MIT Technology Review as the “Innovator of the year 2014” for introducing disruptive software technologies to the global wind energy industry with a focus on prospecting superior resource sites and delivering bankable energy yield assessments.

卡卡负责全球航运巨头马士基集团在中国的脱碳业务。作为一家致力于到2040年实现碳净零运输的全球端到端物流服务提供商，马士基的战略重点是开发和寻找能够实现公司碳减排目标的解决方案。卡卡主要关注的是及时为马士基新船只确保在中国生产和采购绿色甲醇。他还为马士基的陆上部门提供碳减排方面的建议。

卡卡不仅拥有能源工程的学术背景，他还是一位有丰富可再生能源项目经验的企业家。他有扎实的技术背景，并深刻理解与碳减排相关的概念和标准。这位法国籍的工程师自2005年起就与家人在中国居住，且能流利地说中文。

卡卡拥有来自法国南特中央工程学院（Centrale Nantes）的机械工程和流体动力学双硕士学位，以及来自中国西安交通大学的能源管理硕士学位。2014年，他因为为全球风能行业引入了突破性的软件技术并专注于优越资源场地的勘查和可靠的能量产量评估，而被麻省理工学院（MIT）科技评论评选为“年度创新者”。

Having served at The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) for over 30 years, Felix Lee’s extensive experience spans green energy development, ESG, supply chain management, procurement, and logistics.

In his current role focused on the commercial aspects of green methanol and green fuels, Mr. Lee is dedicated to advancing sustainable energy solutions. In the past, he has led the Group in formulating strategies to address climate and nature-related risks and opportunities. Additionally, under Mr. Lee’s leadership, he organised Hong Kong’s first nationwide biodiversity forum, responding to the Chinese and Hong Kong governments’ commitment to achieving a low-carbon economy and environmental conservation.

Mr. Lee is a member of professional associations such as the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK.

Additionally, Mr. Lee holds a Master of Business Administration degree and a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree from the University of Hong Kong.

Dr Leung joined HKUST in January 2025. Prior to this appointment, he was the Principal Assistant Secretary (Air Policy) at the Environment and Ecology Bureau and Assistant Director (Air Policy) at the Environmental Protection Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Dr Leung obtained a PhD in mechanical engineering from Imperial College London and has over 30 years of professional experience in combustion science, air quality science, air quality management, environmental impact assessment, climate change, electric vehicles and new energy applications.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Further improve the sustainability performance of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
2. Convert MSW into green fuel
3. Provide expert support for the decarbonization of Hong Kong port.

Ex-Marine Chief Engineer with deep interest in the commercial sides of shipping having qualified as a member, Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (MICS).

After 14 years at sea, started his shore-based journey as a new building supervisor. He has been in the technical ship management space for 19 years, including plan approvals of new buildings. Passionate about alternate fuels and the ongoing energy revolution, he has been for the past 6 years, Head of Decarbonisation at Pacific Basin Shipping (Hong Kong) Ltd strategizing and implementing energy saving initiatives and presently heading the alternate dual fuel methanol new building team as well.

Past member of the working group at Intercargo for “EEXI” and ‘Fuel Lifecycle GHG analysis’, and BIMCO documentary committee for “Energy Efficiency Data Sharing Clause for Time Charter Parties”

Present member of the BIMCO documentary committee for “Retrofit Benefit Sharing Clause for Time Charter Parties.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1.  A plan for 100% carbon free energy use in Hong Kong via a dedicated nuclear power plant located in mainland China
2. Compulsory lights off in commercial buildings after 2200 hours every night
3. Air conditioner use in Hong Kong to be limited to 24 degrees celsius

Andrew Rigden Green is a leading voice in the maritime legal community for decarbonisation. He has an enviable track record as one of Asia’s top-ranked maritime lawyers, consistently ranked Leading Partner for Hong Kong Shipping by Legal 500, a Band 1 Shipping Litigator in China by Chambers and recognised as pre-eminent by Doyle’s Guide.  Andrew brings decades of experience advising on some of the region’s most complex maritime disputes. This deep grounding in shipping law allows him to bridge legal rigour with strategic foresight as he advises clients navigating the evolving landscape of maritime decarbonisation.

Building on this expertise, Andrew has expanded his practice into a trusted advisory role on low- and zero-carbon strategies for leading maritime, logistics and infrastructure clients. At Watson Farley & Williams (WFW), Andrew is a key figure driving the firm’s Asia-Pacific ESG offering, advising on energy transition policy, emissions regulation and compliance, and digital transformation in global trade. His ability to translate intricate regulatory frameworks into commercially workable solutions makes him a sought-after advisor across the region.
My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1.  to see Hong Kong become a leading example of a low carbon port
2. to see Hong Kong become a leading green fuels hub in Asia
3. to see a transition in the Hong Kong fleet away from carbon intensive fuels

Jeff Bent
Managing Director, Worldwide Cruise Terminals

Jeff Bent is the managing director at Worldwide Cruise Terminals, a joint venture company managing and operating Hong Kong’s storied Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. He previously worked in passenger services at the Hong Kong and Singapore airports for his employer Worldwide Flight Services, the world’s largest independent air cargo handler, and since 2024 a member of the SATS group. Jeff is a chartered fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport and participates in the China Ports and Harbors Association Cruise Subcommittee.

He holds degrees from Connecticut College, Cornell University, and the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Jeff speaks Cantonese and Mandarin and has lived in Asia for 30 years, primarily in Hong Kong.

班智榮(Jeff Bent)
環美郵輪碼頭董事總經理

班智榮先生是環美郵輪碼頭董事總經理。環美郵輪碼頭是負責管理及營運啟德郵輪碼頭的合資企業。班先生之前負責環美航務在香港和新加坡機場的旅客服務。環美航務乃世界最大獨立空運貨站營運商，及主要機場地勤服務供應商，自2024年也是新翔集團的成員公司。班先生是香港運輸物流學會的院士，中国邮轮发展专家委员会的成員，也參與中國港口協會郵輪遊艇碼頭分會。

班先生有康州學院、康奈爾大學、香港中文大學的文憑，在亞洲積累了30年的工作經驗，現在定居香港。

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. standards to allow for more marine fuel options, including methanol and hydrogen
2. policy to encourage replacement of diesel commercial vehicles with electric
3. policy to further reduce single-use plastics in Hong Kong

Mr. Lam is the Director of Operations at Hongkong International Terminals Limited and a member of the HPH Trust Exco. He joined Hutchison Ports Group in 2015 and held various executive positions in Ports Panama, COSCO-HIT, and YANTIAN focusing on terminal operations. He has over 29 years of experience in terminal operations and logistics business, bringing extensive expertise to his role. Mr. Lam holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Clark Lee is the General Manager – Engineering and Planning of Modern Terminals Limited. With over 20 years of experience in engineering and development of container terminals in Hong Kong, Clark currently oversees the strategic planning and implementation of various development projects at Modern Terminals, including decarbonisation initiatives. He leads and manages a team responsible for project management, engineering planning, maintenance of terminal facilities and equipment, and the environmental management system.

Clark is also a member of the Company’s Sustainability Steering Committee and serves as the Chairman of the Environmental Committee.

He holds a Master of Science in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and Structural Engineering from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Greg McMillan is the Executive Director of Venture Energy, a Wah Kwong Maritime Transport company, where he leads the procurement and trading of clean marine fuels such as methanol, connecting

Chinese and international markets. His commitment to marine decarbonisation is further demonstrated through his position on the Board of Wah Kwong NatPower, driving investment and development in Asian shore-power, vessel-charging, and battery-swap infrastructure.

His background in a deep-tech aerospace start-up in Boston and shipping finance in Hong Kong charged him with expertise in high-growth, PE/VC-backed ventures and a blend of Eastern and Western commercial perspectives.

Greg McMillan为华光海运集团成员华光能源的执行董事，负责主导甲醇等清洁船用燃料的采购与贸易，连接中国与国际市场。他兼任WK NatPower董事，推动亚洲岸电、船舶充电及电池更换基础设施的投资与建设，致力于推动航运脱碳。

Greg曾任职于波士顿的科技航空航天初创企业及香港航运金融公司，拥有丰富的私募与风投支持的高增长企业发展经验，并兼具东西方市场的独特视野。

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1.  Continue building WK NatPower and Venture Energy, two sustainability-forward businesses
2. Support industry dialogue on clean energy and renewable fuels.

Mr. Tsun Chen
Secretary General, Hong Kong Green Finance Association (HKGFA)

Tsun has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining HKGFA, he worked for a number of corporate finance advisory firms and a specialist bank where he was responsible for cross-border mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, debt and equity restructurings and direct investments. Tsun is a qualified solicitor in England & Wales (non-practising), holds a BSc. in History and Philosophy of Science from University College London and is certified by the CFA in ESG Investing.

Eleanor Cunningham leads ESG strategy for The Caravel Group, a diversified conglomerate with global operations. She oversees sustainability across the group’s portfolio, with a focus on Fleet Management Limited, the shipping subsidiary. With over a decade of experience in maritime and hospitality, she develops ESG frameworks that integrate climate scenario modelling, nature risk assessments, and AI-driven analytics.

Eleanor executes enterprise-wide sustainability strategies, advising C-suite leadership on ESG trends and risks using predictive analytics to support low-carbon strategies. She manages ESG data and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with global standards, and shapes decarbonization strategies through risk assessments. Her methodology embeds ESG ownership through strategic execution and stakeholder engagement.

She serves on both the Facilities Management and Development Committee and the ESG Committee of one of Hong Kong’s largest NGOs, bringing her corporate sustainability expertise to the non-profit sector. As sustainability head, she develops narratives that enhance reputation and support community impact initiatives.
My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

• Hong Kong to be Asia-Pacific’s green maritime hub through strategic regional partnerships and collaboration
• Embed nature and climate risk assessments and just transition principles into core business strategies for resilience.
• Drive scalable low-carbon solutions with measurable impact

Mark Teng is the Chief Financial Officer at SeaKapital, a Hong Kong-based maritime leasing and investment company, and the former Managing Director in the Shipping and Offshore department of Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank.

Throughout his 25+ year career, Mark has originated and executed extensive maritime transactions across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East, with recent experience in financing alternative fuel vessels using use-of-proceed as well as sustainability-linked loans, green bonds, and other ESG-compliant structures specifically designed for the maritime sector’s transition to net-zero emissions. Mark’s combination of practical transaction experience and attention to prevailing trends in sustainable finance continues to bridge global capital with Asia’s shipbuilding ecosystem to accelerate the sector’s transition to net-zero operations.

Mark has a long track record as a keynote speaker, moderator, and panelist at international maritime finance conferences across Asia. His speaking portfolio demonstrates expertise across sustainable finance, decarbonization, and maritime banking, including the recent keynote presentation “Sustainable Finance in Shipping” at the 17th World Ocean Forum 2023 in Busan, Korea. He also serves as a regular panelist at annual Marine Money conferences in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, where he has addressed topics ranging from bank finance evolution to ESG best practices in shipping. His presentations consistently focus on bridging the technological and financial challenges of maritime decarbonization, emphasizing the critical role of governments and financial institutions in supporting the industry’s ambitious IMO 2050 net-zero targets.

Mark holds a B.S. in Economics from The Wharton School and a B.A. in International Studies from the University of Pennsylvania.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

One way Hong Kong can elevate its port competitiveness is by promoting alternative fuel bunkering availability, in line with its “green and smart port” strategy. In parallel, wider adoption of innovative green financing solutions such as use-of-proceeds financing for green fuel, supply chain infrastructure, or decarbonizing retrofitting equipment would further expand the supply of green funding to the address the rising demand under IMO 2050.