The Green Earth, Green Events Certification Recognition Ceremony

Rico Wong is a passionate environmental educator and sustainability advocate who believes that collective action is key to addressing the climate crisis. With twenty-five years of experience in environmental education, Rico has empowered communities through youth green leadership training, school-based sustainability programs, community recycling initiatives, and corporate carbon reduction programs.

Driven by a mission to inspire awareness, shift attitudes, and catalyze action, Rico has also been promoting sustainable consumption by eco-labelling and its potential pathways for Hong Kong’s sustainable future.

Rico also founded a food surplus sharing centre in a Tsuen Wan public housing estate, rescuing unsold produce from local wet markets to support underprivileged families. Recently, he has been focusing on sustainable policy research and enhancement, like the producer responsibility scheme and polluter pays principle.

As a certified arborist and carbon auditor, Rico continues to champion tree conservation and low-carbon operation, reinforcing his belief that sustainability begins with education, community engagement, and a deep respect for nature.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Conduct comprehensive research on sustainable policies and propose optimal solutions tailored to community needs.
2. Promote low-carbon and waste-reducing lifestyles through targeted community education and outreach.
3. Foster stakeholder collaboration to drive increased climate action and environmental responsibility.

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.

Amber is the Senior Project Manager at A Drop of Life, a Hong Kong–based NGO dedicated to improving access to clean water in underserved communities across Asia. With more than 15 years of experience at the organization, she oversees both the implementation of sustainable water projects and the design of large-scale public engagement campaigns.

She is one of the lead organisers of Race for Water, Hong Kong’s signature trail running event dedicated to raising awareness of water scarcity. Amber has spearheaded the event’s sustainability initiatives, introducing waste-reduction measures, reusable materials, and mindful race planning to minimise environmental impact.

Prior to joining the NGO sector, Amber built her career in the banking industry, gaining strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills—expertise she now applies to cross-sector charity initiatives and sustainable development work.

Amber brings a unique perspective that bridges the corporate, NGO, and public engagement sectors—championing sustainability not only through infrastructure but also through behavioural change.

Antipas has been working in environmental education position for over five years, with a focus on promoting responsible outdoor practices. As part of the Jockey Club “Leave No Trace” Education Programme, He helps coordinate projects that encourage people to enjoy nature while minimizing their impact.

A keen hiker, Antipas is especially interested in tackling trail waste and raising awareness about how small actions can make a big difference. Through community engagement and education, He hopes to inspire more people to care for Hong Kong’s natural scenery.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Promote green tourism, Leave No Trace should be common practice among Country Park’s visitors.
2. Promote the integration of sustainable trail maintenance practices across different government departments.

Ms. Doris Poon is a dedicated voluntary committee member of the “Sowers Action Challenge 12 Hour Charity Marathon” Event, driven by a deep love for Hong Kong’s natural landscapes and a strong commitment to protecting rural environments. As an avid trail runner and hiker, she has developed a profound connection with the countryside and strives to promote ecological awareness and sustainable outdoor practices through her involvement in the event.

Passionate about preserving the beauty and integrity of Hong Kong’s trails and natural habitats, Doris actively supports initiatives that minimize environmental impact and encourage participants to engage responsibly with nature. She believes in the power of outdoor activities to inspire greater appreciation for the environment and motivate collective action toward conservation.

Through her role in the charity marathon, Doris helps raise funds and awareness for programs that benefit both underprivileged communities and environmental causes—ensuring that the event not only challenges participants physically but also contributes positively to the rural spaces they enjoy.

Her energetic and heartfelt dedication continues to inspire others to explore, respect, and protect the natural world.

My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1. Champion Green Event Practices Implement and promote environmentally friendly management for the Challenging 12 Hours Charity Trail Marathon. This commitment includes reducing waste, boosting recycling rates, encouraging reusable materials, and integrating sustainable resources throughout the event.
2. Forge NGO Partnerships for Robust Sustainability Policies Strengthen collaborations with environmental non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to overhaul our recycling systems, establish clear sustainability guidelines, and launch tangible green initiatives that preserve natural spaces and promote eco-conscious behavior.