Xiaohui Yuan

Dr. Yuan Xiaohui is Senior Expert and Director of the Innovation Research Center at Tencent Research Institute. She is the founder of QuantUrban Tech Co. Ltd., where she served as CEO. Yuan is also a member of the Urban Big Data Special Committee at the China Urban Science Research Association. She has acted as a reviewer for several academic journals both domestically and internationally. Her recent research focuses on the impacts of artificial intelligence on the economy and society, innovation-driven urban planning, and the development of smart cities. Yuan has authored four academic books, including “Planning of Science and Technology Cities,” and published over 40 academic papers. She has been involved in industrial innovation, smart cities, and big data research projects for major national cities and has contributed to the development of multiple urban data platforms. Yuan has won awards such as the Shenzhen Open Data Application Innovation Competition and the National Second Prize for Excellent Urban Planning Design. Her work has been featured in major media outlets including Xinhua News Agency, Reuters and NBC. She is also the cofounder for Fruitalk Podcast.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024:

1、I hope to see AI increasingly utilized in Hong Kong businesses to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions. By integrating AI into systems like manufacturing, building management, and transportation, businesses can optimize energy use and gain insights into improving sustainability practices.

2、I also aspire for Hong Kong to develop a greener, more open, and inclusive urban environment. This goal can be achieved by expanding green spaces, enhancing public transportation, and designing urban spaces that are accessible to all residents, fostering a more livable and cohesive community.