Dr Vincent Cheng

Dr Vincent Cheng is a Fellow and Director of Climate and Sustainability Services at Arup in East Asia. He leads a group of design engineers and specialists working on some of the most sustainable projects across the region and advising clients on their transition to zero carbon.

Some of his most exemplar projects include the Green Building Grand Award winners Victoria Dockside, The Henderson and The AIRSIDE in Hong Kong, South Beach in Singapore and Samsung Green Tomorrow in South Korea. In particular, his work on the Kai Tak District Cooling System is pivotal in responding to Hong Kong’s climate action plan.

Dr Cheng actively shares his expertise to the industry through involvement in professional institutions and government committees, including Hong Kong Green Building Council’s Board of Directors and Environment Bureau’s Energy Advisory Committee. His visions in green buildings, masterplanning and policy advocacy have been encapsulated in his book Building Sustainability in East Asia – Policy, Design and People. His life-long dedication in sustainability has earned him the Sustainability Leader of the Year in Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2018/19.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

• Encourage a higher adoption rate of green building certifications to raise industry standards and promote sustainable building practices across all construction projects in Hong Kong

• Advocate for the incorporation of sustainable urban planning principles and nature-based solutions in the development of Hong Kong’s New Development Areas, focusing on creating walkable neighborhoods, enhancing public transportation systems, and preserving green spaces to foster a more sustainable and resilient city

• Champion the principles of a circular economy within the building industry by promoting strategies like materials reuse, recycling, and waste reduction to minimise resource depletion and waste generation