{"id":1474,"date":"2026-06-23T11:56:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T03:56:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/?p=1474"},"modified":"2026-06-23T11:56:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T03:56:47","slug":"from-curiosity-to-commitment-a-grmg-students-journey-into-green-energy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/2026\/06\/23\/from-curiosity-to-commitment-a-grmg-students-journey-into-green-energy\/","title":{"rendered":"From Curiosity to Commitment: A GRMG Student\u2019s Journey into Green Energy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"fb-root\"><\/div>\n\n<p><br>Written by Year 1 GRMG Student, Miss Lorraine Wong, President of the GRMG Society \u201cGravel\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a Year 1 Geography and Resources Management (GRMG) student at HKBU CIE and incoming President of the GRMG Society \u201cGravel,\u201d I attended the \u201cAdvancing Urban Green and Low-Carbon Transformation through New Energy Development\u201d 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Held on 20 May 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the green energy forum\u2014organised 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\u2014focused 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"716\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-cover-new-716x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-cover-new-716x1024.jpg 716w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-cover-new-210x300.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-cover-new-768x1098.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-cover-new-552x789.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-cover-new.jpg 843w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 716px) 100vw, 716px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-1024x384.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-1024x384.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-300x112.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-768x288.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-1536x576.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-2048x768.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-1140x427.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/hydrogen-bus-new-552x207.jpg 552w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>HKSAR Government\u2019s \u201cStrategy of Hydrogen Development in Hong Kong\u201d, outlining the vision, action plan, and four core strategies to promote hydrogen energy as a key pathway toward carbon neutrality and low\u2011carbon transformation. [Source: https:\/\/cnsd.gov.hk\/strategy-of-hydrogen-development-in-hong-kong_booklet_en.pdf]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The forum also broadened my perspective beyond Hong Kong. From Shenzhen\u2019s zero-carbon smart park to large-scale wind\u2013solar\u2013hydrogen 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\u2019 expansion into green fuels made sustainability feel closer to everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-1-1024x686.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-1-1024x686.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-1-300x201.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-1-768x514.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-1-1140x764.jpeg 1140w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-1-552x370.jpeg 552w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-1.jpeg 1348w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-2-1024x673.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-2-1024x673.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-2-300x197.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-2-768x505.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-2-1140x749.jpeg 1140w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-2-552x363.jpeg 552w, https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Energy-forum-gp-photo-2.jpeg 1380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>HKBU\u2019s Asian Energy Studies Centre (AESC) hosted the Hong Kong Green Energy Week Forum at the International Hydrogen Symposium 2026 (Source: https:\/\/share.google\/jf4gLL6OSyHxmJto2)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p class=\"post-excerpt\">Written by Year 1 GR...<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1479,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[541,539,542,540],"tags":[154,224,90,129],"cs":[4],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1474"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1474"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1474\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1480,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1474\/revisions\/1480"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1479"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1474"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1474"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1474"},{"taxonomy":"cs","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/cs?post=1474"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}