28th November 2011 - Thomas Ho Opinion Editorial - Now or never
Thomas Ho says the low likelihood of a global climate deal coming out of Durban puts the onus on governments, businesses and individuals to act, and quickly. Hong Kong can start by improving the energy efficiency of industries.
To read the article in its entirety click on the below link.
Thomas Ho SCMP Op Ed - Now or Never
This article was published in the South China Morning Post.
11th April 2011 - Thomas Ho Opinion Editorial - Carbon Smart?
Hong Kong must act quickly to avoid being left behind in Beijing’s push for a greener economy, writes CCBF ExCo Chair, Thomas Ho in the SCMP. Chinese officials have clearly determined that wealth generation alone won’t deliver greater economic and social maturity. Energy efficiency, renewable energy, clean technologies and environmental protection are essential as well. Hong Kong should take head.
This article was also published in Chinadialogue's China's Green Revolution e-book.
Click here to read the full article
July - August 2010 - Hongkong Economic Journal Article Series
Over the summer, CCBF worked with HKEJ to develop a 'Smart Buisness Environmental Guide' article series for their Green Living Page. The project, led by Swire's Natalie Chan, produced 9 articles between July and August. Published every Thursday, the articles looked at climate change and sustainability issues in Hong Kong, from both individual and business viewpoints. The topics covered include climate science, carbon footprinting, our built environment and most recently green labelling and green washing.
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15th June 2010 - CCBF 'Every Building a Powerhouse' Research Launch - Dr. Josie Close opinion editorial
On 15th June, Dr. Josie Close published an opinion editorial in the SCMP titled
'Smart way to build in greater energy efficiency'. In the article Dr.Close references her research, commissioned by CCBF, stating that '
Click here to read the full article.
27th April 2010 - Rachel Fleishman opinion editorial - 'Military has climate change in its sights
On 27th April, CCBF's Director published an opinion editorial in the SCMP titled 'Military has climate change in its sights'. In the article, Rachel states that ‘Asian governments, including militaries, should seriously consider making carbon a determining factor in procurement…Asia’s militaries, consumers and economies would be among the first to benefit’.
Click here to read the full article
22nd April 2010 - Tony Tyler Opinion Editorial - 'A green flight plan'
On 22nd April, Earth Day, CCBF's Executive Chair, Tony Tyler, published an opinion editorial in the SCMP titled 'A Green Flight Plan'. Tony stated that 'Hong Kong needs a smart goal – a stretch target with smart policies and incentives to get us there. The key will be a well-co-ordinated effort between government, business and civil society, endowed with both financial and political capital. The first step is a Hong Kong-wide carbon reduction target supported by bold policies and incentives.'
Click here to read the full article
2nd April 2010 - CY Leung Opinion Editorial - 'Room to Grow'
On 2nd April, CCBF's Patron Chair, CY Leung, published an opinion editorial in the SCMP titled 'Room to Grow'. CY states that 'It has become clear that the climate is changing faster than humans are changing to adapt or prevent it. That must change. For Hong Kong to retain its place as an economic and cultural leader, we need to think strategically and act practically. We can start with buildings.'
Click here to read the full article
7th-18th December - United Nations Climate Change Conference at Copenhagen (COP15)
At the UNFCCC's Climate Change Conference at Copenhagen, CCBF had 5 delegates from member companies. As well as attending the conference, the delegation attended and took part in a variety of side events, including the Copenhagen Communique 'The business of Climate Change Post-Copenhagen' event and the WBCSD 'Copenhagen Business Day'.
- CY Leung opinion editorial - SCMP - 11th December 2009
- CY Leung Opinion Editorial - Ming Pao - 10th December
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Robert Gibson Interview - RTHK Radio 3 - The Pulse
- Glenn Frommer Interview - Interfax Business Wire - 4th December 2009
23rd September - Copenhagen Communique on Climate Change
The Climate Change Business Forum held a press conference, in collaboration with ASrIA, attended by Hong Kong signatories of the Copenhagen Communiqué, including ARUP, The Bank of East Asia, Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd, CLP Holdings Ltd, CSR Asia, Eden Ventures, Energy Resources Management, ERM, Hang Lung Properties Ltd, Hang Seng Bank, HSBC, KPMG, Melco International Development Ltd, Pacific Risk Advisors Ltd, Savita, Sustain Asia Ltd, Standard Chartered, and Swire Pacific Limited. These companies are Hong Kong's leaders showing a way to anenergy efficient future. Click here for more information about the press conference.
Click on the links below to read the main media coverage for this campaign:
- The Standard - 24th September 2009
- Apple Daily - 24th September 2009
- Headline Daily - 24th September 2009
- Hong Kong Economic Journal - 24th September 2009
The Copenhagen Communiqué, led by The Prince of Wales's Corporate Leaders' Group on Climate Change, is a short, punchy statement that draws on some of the key recent thinking on climate policy that has emerged from the international business community, and sets out the business case for a strong and effective UN climate framework. Click here for more information.
14th May 2009 - CCBF Launches the Hong Kong Guide to Emission Reduction
The successful launch of the guide on 14th May has created much interest. Designed to help businesses respond to the challenges of a low carbon operating environment in a way that enhances brand reputation, operating efficiency and financial performance, the Hong Kong Guide to Emission Reduction provides a deep understanding of the issues and challenges facing businesses today.
Hong Kong Tatler, June 2009
Click on the links below to read the main media coverage for this campaign
- South China Morning Post - 15th May 2009
- The Standard - 18th May 2009
- Hong Kong Economic Times - 21st May 2009
- Ta Kung Pao - 15th May 2009
- Hong Kong Economic Journal - 15th May 2009
7th February - CCBF'S 'What's your story?' campaign
On 7th February 2009 we launched our first creative awareness campaign. Working with Saatchi & Saatchi and wwwins Consulting Hong Kong Ltd, we aimed at encouraging individuals and companies to share and communicate their carbon reduction stories via our dedicated www.whatsyourstory.com.hk website. The campaign innovatively highlights over 95 carbon reduction stories of businesses in
Click on the links below to read the main media coverage for this campaign
- Marketing Interactive - 6th February 2009
- Media, Brand Republic - 11th Feb 2009
- Capital Magazine - March 2009
- Hong Kong Economic Journal - 14th April 2009
17th March 2008 - South China Morning Post Interview the Hon Mr. C.Y Leung (Chairman of DTZ North Asia, Patron Chair of CCBF)
CCBF Joins "Green Hong Kong • Carbon Audit”
On Thursday 24th July the Environment Bureau launched the first guidelines for conducting carbon audits on buildings. The CCBF has joined "Green Hong Kong • Carbon Audit” as a Carbon Audit • Green Partner” and signed the Carbon Reduction
Charter, pledging to carry out activities in support of the GHG emission reduction.
For more information on the audit please click on the below links