Stepping into its 4th edition, ReThink HK is the city’s ambitious business event for sustainable development, a large-scale, cross-sector platform that champions ESG transformation and showcases game-changing innovation.
We seek to inspire ambitious target setting, induce behavior change, and mobilise collective action towards a carbon-neutral Hong Kong by 2050. We are proud to announce that we are a Content Partner of Rethink HK to be hosted on 14 -15 September 2023 at HKCEC! “HK2050isNow Energy & Mobility Summit” will be held on Day 1. This summit is the perfect platform to learn about low carbon transition strategies and technologies driving Hong Kong’s decarbonisation efforts. It will explore trends, innovations, and technologies in the low carbon energy and mobility space, as well as offer networking opportunities with industry experts and thought leaders via keynote and panel sessions.
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11:00 – 11:05
Welcome Address: HK2050isNow Energy & Mobility Summit
Speakers: Mr Ambrose Cheong, the Chairperson of the Institution of Civil Engineers, Hong Kong Association
11:05 – 11:20
Opening Address and Report Launch: HK2050isNow Energy & Mobility Summit
We are thrilled to have Mr Lawrence Iu, our Executive Director, to deliver the opening address at the summit. We will also have the privilege of witnessing the launch of new report by Mr Bon Cheung, our Research Analyst. The report aims to achieve two important objectives: firstly, to provide a clearer understanding of the concept and application of transition finance, and secondly, to contextualise this concept within the Greater Bay Area by assessing the decarbonisation options and strategies in the energy, buildings, and road transport sectors.
11:20 – 12:10
Unifying Visions: The Northern Metropolis, GBA and a Clean Energy Future
China has pledged to peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. What progress has been made so far? Hear from experts on the role of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) in spurring China’s energy transition, and how development of the Northern Metropolis can be aligned in areas of digitalisation and green finance to drive the development of clean energy innovation.
Speakers: Mr Daniel Chan, Head of Greater Bay Area at HSBC, Ms Xiaoqian Jiang, Low Carbon Planning Project Manager at World Resources Institute, Mr Stephen Lai, Senior Vice President and Director of Operations, Hong Kong of AECOM, and Dr Xiaoliang Yang, Country Manager China at Global CCS Institute.
Moderator: Mr Lawrence Iu, Executive Director of Civic Exchange
12:10 – 12:20
Energy Innovation Hong Kong Needs for a Net-Zero Future
This section will provide an overview on the technology innovation HK needs to carbonize the hard to abate sectors, including trucks, shipping and aviation. Hydrogen, sustainable fuels, carbon capture and storage, electrification will have their specific role to play in different circumstances.
Speakers: Ms Kathy Gao, Senior Research Associate at BloombergNEF
12:20 – 13:10
Our Future Energy Fix: Rethinking Strategies and Alternative Value Chains
As commercial, industrial, domestic and other forms of electricity consumption continue to grow, decarbonisation of the energy sector remains of highest priority in order for the city to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. What opportunities exist for Hong Kong to diversify its energy mix to include more clean energy sources, and fund and procure local renewable energy technologies?
Speaker: Mr Vincent De Givry, Principal Consultant at Blunomy, Mr David Fung, General Manager – Distribution (Demand & Supply, Product Planning & Regulation) at Inchcape Greater China, Ms Pei Pei Gao, China Management Consulting Lead at AFRY, and Mr Rory Meng, Vice General Manager at TÜV Rheinland
Moderator: Mr Peter Thompson, Director and East Asia Energy Business Leader at Arup
14:00 – 14:50
The Digital Pathway to Net-Zero
Digital Technology has emerged as a powerful tool to accelerate the transition to a sustainable future. Transition to a net zero future requires a fundamental shift in the way we produce and consume energy, advanced technology like BIM system, artificial intelligence and blockchain can help us optimize energy use, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
In this panel session, we will discover how digital technology can be leveraged to accelerate the transition to a net-zero future, while also creating new economic opportunities and improving quality of life for people in Hong Kong. Our panellists will also discuss the challenges and opportunities of implementing digital solutions.
Speakers: Mr Terence Lui, CEO & Co-Funder at Varadise Limited, Mr James Thompson, Head Of Digital at Gammon Construction Limited, Mr Claudio Trucco, Digital Lead for Buildings & Places, Asia, at AECOM, and Mr Colin Tsoi, Solution Lead, Edge Solutions – Fujitsu Uvance at Fujitsu Hong Kong Limited
Moderator: Ms Ada Fung, President at Hong Kong Alliance of Built Asset & Environment Information Management Associations
14:50 – 15:10
Tech Talks: Sustainable Energy/ Energy Efficiency
Speakers: Ir Antonio Chan, Deputy Managing Director at REC Engineering Company Limited, Ms Beena Sharma, CEO and Co-Founder of CCU International, and Mr Tung Wong, Head of Marketing at Signify Hong Kong.
15:20 – 16:10
Keep Hong Kong Flying Sustainably – Why Does it Matter to You?
Do you know that over 70 million passengers travelled by air to or from Hong Kong each year pre-pandemic? And local airlines in Hong Kong emitted more than 20 million tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, equivalent to a half of the Hong Kong’s local carbon emissions (41 million tonnes). The question of how to make flying in Hong Kong more sustainable becomes a challenging issue, and at the same time, new approaches are emerging from the perspectives of airlines, businesses, and individuals.
Speakers: Ms Grace Cheung, General Manager Sustainability at Cathay Pacific, Mr Simon Ng, Chief Executive Officer at Business Environment Council, Ms Assyl Ikhsan Executive Director, Transition Finance at Standard Chartered Bank, and Mr Philip Siu, Co-founder and CEO of EcoCeres, Inc.
Moderator: Ms Genevieve Hilton, co-chair of the Energy & ESG committee of AmCham Hong Kong
16:10 – 17:05
The EV Journey for Hong Kong: Moving People & Products
Electric vehicles have gained immense popularity in recent years, not just as a sustainable mode of transportation, but also as a way to reduce air pollution and promote cleaner living. Hong Kong has been at the forefront of this electric vehicle revolution, with its government and citizens showing a strong commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable transportation.
Today, we have brought together a panel of experts who will share their insights and experiences on the EV journey in Hong Kong. We will discuss the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to electric vehicles, the impact on the environment and society, and the latest technological advancements that are driving this change.
Speakers: Mr Stephen Cheung, Head of Digital Energy & Smart Solutions at Schneider Electric, Mr Estyn Chung, General Manager at Uber HK, Ms Anna Engblom, Managing Director at Volvo Trucks – Southeast Asia & Japan, Mr Stanely Pong, Chairman at Hong Kong Battery Recycling Centre Limited, and Mr Anthony Yan, Senior Staff Scientist at Everbright Environment
Moderator: Ms Irene Chu, Partner, ESG Advisory Head of New Economy Hong Kong (SAR) at KPMG
17:05 – 17:55
A New Mobility Ecosystem: Innovating for a Low Carbon Future
Digital technologies are crucial to the transformation of our mobility ecosystem towards more sustainable and resilient models. And businesses are in a unique position to harness the value of digital solutions and increase access to data sources across different modes of transportation, with a view to enhancing safety and accessibility, and lowering carbon emissions in our journey towards zero emissions.
Speakers: Ms Allyson Browne, Climate Campaign Director, Ports at Pacific Environment, Mr Atlas Fung, Associate Director – Infrastructure Advisory at Atkins, Mr Adam Leishman, Chief Executive Officer at Bravo Transport Services Limited, and Mr Christoph Meyer, General Manager Hong Kong, South China & Macau at Lufthansa Group
Moderator: Mr Eli Konvitz, independent expert advisor and consultant in sustainable urban development and innovation, and adjunct associate professor at HKU
