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With typhoons lingering into mid-November and residents strolling the streets in summer attire well past the usual season, the reality of climate change is unmistakable even in this small city.
Addressing climate change requires a united effort, and Hong Kong has been stepping up through a range of initiatives and incentives ever since the announcement of the Climate Action Plan 2050 by the government in 2021.
The plan aims to achieve carbon neutrality before 2050, with an ambitious interim decarbonisation target to halve carbon emissions by 2035 compared to 2005 levels.
The Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence (HKAEE), often dubbed as the “Oscars in Environmental Excellence” here in Hong Kong, is a government-led initiative that not only incentivises green practices but also serves as a platform to recognise and inspire environmental leadership across a wide range of industries and schools.Honouring environmental leadership
Funded by the Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF) and organised by the Environmental Campaign Committee (ECC) alongside the Environment and Ecology Bureau (EEB) and supported by nine co-organisers including chambers of commerce, business / trade bodies and professional groups, the HKAEE celebrates organisations and individuals who make exceptional contributions to environmental protection.
Launched over a decade ago, the HKAEE has grown into a highly respected awards programme that celebrates innovation, dedication and impactful environmental practices.
The emblem of the programme, shaped like a pyramid, symbolises society's collective commitment to excellence in environmental protection. At the apex is a small sapling, signifying the public's growing awareness of environmental protection, akin to the nurturing and growth of a young tree.
Encircling the pyramid is a white ribbon forming the letter "Q", which represents the awardees' “Quality” environmental performance and their…
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] With typhoons lingering into mid-November and residents strolling the streets in summer attire well past the usual season, the reality of climate change is unmistakable ev
