Written by Year 1 GRMG Student, Miss Lorraine Wong, President of the GRMG Society “Gravel”
As a Year 1 Geography and Resources Management (GRMG) student at HKBU CIE and incoming President of the GRMG Society “Gravel,” I attended the “Advancing Urban Green and Low-Carbon Transformation through New Energy Development” forum with a strong curiosity to connect my studies with real-world issues. Being surrounded by academics, industry experts, and policymakers was both inspiring and motivating, showing me how different sectors collaborate to tackle climate challenges.
Held on 20 May 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the green energy forum—organised by the Asian Energy Studies Centre (AESC), Department of Geography, Hong Kong Baptist University in collaboration with the Global Sustainable Development Research Institute and supported by several professional associations in environmental management in the Chinese Mainland—focused on advancing low-carbon urban transformation. One key insight was how Hong Kong is moving beyond planning into action, with initiatives like hydrogen-powered transport and infrastructure already being tested and implemented.
The forum also broadened my perspective beyond Hong Kong. From Shenzhen’s zero-carbon smart park to large-scale wind–solar–hydrogen projects in mainland China, I saw how technology, policy, and investment work together to drive sustainable development. At the same time, local efforts such as EV battery recycling and Towngas’ expansion into green fuels made sustainability feel closer to everyday life.
This experience reshaped how I see my role as a student. It inspired me to explore sustainability not only through academic study but also through real-world engagement. Moving forward, I hope to join more experiential learning opportunities and encourage fellow students to be part of the transition toward a greener, low-carbon future.
