BEC Business Transformation Theatre
Unlocking Value: How SMEs Can Thrive in the Circular Economy 釋放價值：中小企業如何在循環經濟中蓬勃發展
Day 2 : 14:35 – 15:25
In today’s world, sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity for SMEs. Join industry leaders and environmental experts in this engaging seminar as we delve into the concept of circular economy and its transformative potential for small and medium-sized enterprises. Learn firsthand from pioneers in the recycling industry, discover cutting-edge waste reduction technologies, and be inspired by compelling case studies where waste is turned into valuable resources. Don’t miss this essential opportunity to unlock new avenues of growth, enhance value, and reduce waste through innovative and sustainable practices.
時至今日，可持續發展不再是中小企業的選擇，而是必然。與業界領袖和環境專家一同參與研討會，探討循環經濟概念以及它推動中小企業變革的潛力。您可直接向回收業先鋒學習尖端減廢技術，研究將廢物轉化為寶貴資源的成功案例，從中獲得啟發。把握機會，探討創新及可持續方案，開闢發展新路徑，為企業增值及減廢。
Leanings 學習要點
- Explore the opportunities and challenges that SMEs may face when implementing circular economy practices.
探討中小企業在落實循環經濟方案時可能面臨的機會與挑戰 - Share successful case studies and practical strategies that SMEs can adopt to integrate circular economy principles into their business models.
分享中小企業可用的成功案例和實用策略，將循環經濟原則融入其商業模式 - Identify the obstacles that SMEs might encounter when transitioning to a circular economy, such as lack of awareness, financial constraints, and technological limitations. Discuss solutions and support mechanisms that can help SMEs overcome these barriers.
識別中小企業在循環經濟轉型時可能遇到的障礙，例如缺乏意識、財務限制和技術限制。探討幫助中小企業克服這些障礙的解決方案和支援機制 - Collaboration and partnerships: Emphasize the importance of collaboration between SMEs, government, academia, and other stakeholders to create a supportive ecosystem for circular economy initiatives.
合作和夥伴關係：強調中小企業、政府、學術界和其他持份者合作的重要性，務求創造支持循環經濟措施的生態系統。
Post-Event Actions 後續行動
- Create a detailed action plan based on the insights and knowledge gained from the forum.
根據從論壇所得見解和知識，制定詳細的行動計劃 - Connect with other participants, speakers, and experts from the forum to explore potential collaboration opportunities.
與其他論壇與會者、講者和專家建立聯繫，尋求潛在合作機會 - Identify any areas where they may need further assistance or support in implementing circular economy practices.
識別在落實循環經濟方案期間或需進一步支援的領域 - Share the key insights and learnings from the forum with their colleagues, employees, and business networks.
與同事、員工和商業夥伴分享論壇的重要見解和學習要點 - Regularly monitor and evaluate the progress of their circular economy initiatives.
定期監測和評估循環經濟方案的進展
Speakers
Moderator
Jude Chow
Deputy Chairman
Federation of Hong Kong Industries
Jude Chow
Federation of Hong Kong Industries
Deputy Chairman
Mr Jude Chow is the Founder & CEO of AEL (International Holdings) Limited. In his early years in Australia, Mr Chow had extensive exposure to large-scale construction engineering, airport engineering, and environmental engineering projects. He then took up a regional position in a German technology company and was responsible for projects across 13 countries in the Asia Pacific. After joining AEL, he has led the company to sustainable growth from developing new products and entering into new markets, including Belt and Road countries. He is now working with partners from Europe, local research institutes and universities to build a waste-to-energy solution for the Asian Market. He is also dedicated to contributing to society with active participation in voluntary work and being a mentor for the City University of Hong Kong’s School of Energy and Environment, as well as the promotion of sustainability by representing the industry to liaise with Government and overseas counterparts.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Jack Yuen
Deputy Director of Health & Nutrition and Sustainability Development
SGS Hong Kong Limited
Jack Yuen
SGS Hong Kong Limited
Deputy Director of Health & Nutrition and Sustainability Development
Jack has over a decade of cross-disciplinary experience of professional experience across sustainability development, supply chain solutions, quality assurance, digitalization transformation and consulting services for different leading companies.
Jack leads the team and drives new initiatives and products in the Asia region, brings collaboration with business partners, and assists corporate clients in formulating their sustainability and supply solutions along their value chain.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
1. Hong Kong food commercial and industrial generate huge amounts of food waste daily, apart from disposing of the food waste in landfills, a proportion of food waste can be processed and regenerated as different forms of useful sources and contribute to agriculture and fishery. It is hoped to see more incentives and funding available to encourage more parties to develop solutions and expedite the implementation.
2. Transparency and credibility in green initiatives’ product claims are crucial for the sustainable market. It is hoped our mark can help companies build trust in their products and brands to showcase their green initiatives in the market with independent environmental claim certification and verification.
Supported by
Federation of Hong Kong Industries
Federation of Hong Kong Industries (FHKI) was established in 1960 to promote and foster the interests of Hong Kong’s industrial and business communities. Representing manufacturing and associated businesses from 32 industry groups, FHKI brings together like-minded entrepreneurs to spearhead the advancement of Hong Kong’s industry. Through policy advocacy, professional business support services and cross-sector collaboration, FHKI strives to build a dynamic industrial ecosystem to take forward transformation and re-industrialisation of Hong Kong’s economy, sparkling new business opportunities and charting diverse paths for the younger generation.
Our initiative in accelerating sustainable development in Hong Kong:
The ESG Committee was established in November 2021 with the aims to strengthen participation of the industry in achieving Hong Kong’s target in reaching carbon neutrality by 2050 and support industrial members in putting ESG in practice through capacity building, knowledge exchange and cultivating industrial ESG talents.
