The Hong Kong Government issued the “Climate Action Plan 2050” in October 2021. This blueprint sets out four decarbonisation strategies : (1) net-zero electricity generation; (2) energy saving and green buildings; (3) green transport and (4) waste reduction. The plan provided a clear timeline to reduce total carbon emissions by half before 2035 from the 2005 level and to achieve carbon neutrality before 2050.
Dr Leung was trained as a Mechanical Engineer and obtained his PhD in combustion science from Imperial College London. He joined the Environmental Protection Department in 1998 as an Air Quality Modelling Specialist and tasked to develop a regional air quality model named “PATH” for Hong Kong. During his career in the environmental protection field, Dr Leung has developed expertise in air pollution modelling, environmental impact assessment and air quality management.
Dr Leung’s current position is Principal Assistant Secretary for Air Policy in the Environment and Ecology Bureau and is responsible for developing policies to improve air quality, promote new energy transport, and formulating EV-charging strategy for Hong Kong.
Clean water and clean air are vital for public health. This project focuses on developing high-efficiency and environmentally sustainable filters for removing harmful air/water pollutants. The team has developed novel architectures and functionalities for the filters to achieve high permeance, high removal efficiency, and excellent reusability.
