Publication (EPD): Pearl River Delta Regional Air Quality Monitoring Network A Report of Monitoring Results for the Period between January and June 2012

Pearl River Delta Regional Air Quality Monitoring Network
A Report of Monitoring Results for the Period between January and June 2012



Report Number :          PRDAIR-2012-1
Report Prepared by :    Guangdong Provincial Environmental Monitoring Centre
                                    Environmental Protection Department, HKSAR
Approved by :              Pearl River Delta Air Quality Management and Monitoring Special Panel
Security Classification : Unrestricted


Purpose of the Report
This report provides the monitoring results from the Pearl River Delta Regional Air Quality Monitoring Network measured between January and June 2012 and their statistical analysis.

English version: http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/english/resources_pub/publications/files/PRD2012_1-6e.pdf
Chinese version: http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/tc_chi/resources_pub/publications/files/PRD2012_1-6c.pdf


For more information: http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/english/resources_pub/publications/m_report.html

Read More

Publication: Managing the transition towards a low-carbon economy: A case study of Guangdong-Hong Kong Energy Collaboration on the Development of Renewable Energy

Working Papers 
http://www.kadinst.hku.hk/wp.html#wp17

Working Paper 17
Managing the transition towards a low-carbon economy: 
A case study of Guangdong-Hong Kong Energy Collaboration 
on the Development of Renewable Energy

Authors: Daphne Mah ¹, Jasper Ip ² and Peter Hills³
Author Affiliation: ¹ Assistant Professor, ² Senior Research Assistant, Department of Geography, Hong Kong Baptist University and ³ Chair Professor, The Kadoorie Institute, The University of Hong Kong
Year of Publication: 2012

________________________________________________________________________________

Abstract: 
Technological innovations such as renewable energy, smart grids and electric vehicles can play a key role in low-carbon energy economies. However, the effectiveness of efforts to facilitate the diffusion of such environmental-related technological innovation has remained largely explored. Using a case study of the development of renewable energy in the Hong Kong-Guangdong region in China, this paper explores to what extent and how regional energy collaboration can contribute to technological innovation. First, we examine the relationships between regional energy governance and technological innovation. We identify three dimensions that might affect such technological innovation at a regional scale. These dimensions are the potential collaborative benefits, prioritised options and perceived barriers. Secondly, this study adopts a bottom-up engagment approach, using data drawn from a desktop study and a series of stakeholder engagement activities. Our analysis provides valuable insights into the perceptions of major stakeholders in this issue. Thirdly, our study offers policy recommendations on how to improve regional energy governance. A recognition of the need to adopt a regional and systemic approach, a joint vision, more effective regional energy institutions, and a review of the existing regulatory frameworks are prioritised areas for policy change.

This paper is work-in-progress and the authors welcome constructive feedback. The paper should not be quoted without the permission of the authors. Correspondence to: email address of lead author "Daphne Mah"daphnemah@hkbu.edu.hk

Read More

Lecture on "Sustainable World-class Townships in the Greater Pearl River Delta Region"

Introduction
Planning Study on Building Coordinated and Sustainable World-class Townships in the Greater Pearl River Delta Region Regional Cooperation Plan on Building a Quality Living Area

Date: 04 Nov 2011 (FRI)
Time: 19:30 - 20:30
Venue: KB807, Knowles Building, The University of Hong Kong
* The lecture will be delivered by mandarin

Lecturers:
Prof. Li Guicai
Vice Chancellor, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School
Dean, School of Urban Planning and Design

Prof. Zeng Hui
Associate Dean, School of Urban Planning and Design, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School

For more information: http://www.sustainability.hku.hk/news-event/detail/sustainable-world-class-townships-in-the-greater-pearl-river-delta-region

Read More

Breakfast forum: “Blissful Living” In the PRD: What has Europe got to offer? on 26 OCT 2011

The European Chamber of Commerce and Civic Exchange are organizing a breakfast forum on the role of the European business community in realizing a quality living area. How can stronger environmental planning and policy in the PRD create value for European businesses?”

“Blissful Living” In the PRD: What has Europe got to offer?

---

DETAILS

Date:	Wednesday, 26 October 2011
Time:	8.30 – 10.00 am (registration from 8.00am)
Venue:	European Chamber of Commerce in Hong KongRoom 1003, 10/F, World-Wide House, 19 Des Voeux Road, Central
Enquiry:	+852 2511 5133 (European Chamber of Commerce) or +852 36222301 (Civic Exchange)

Registration and more info: http://www.civic-exchange.org/wp/111026/#more-14142

Read More

Forum on "The Air We Breathe 3: A Pan-PRD Dialogue on Marine Emissions" by Civic Exchange

Date:       12 NOV 2011 (SAT)

Time:       9:30am-12:30pm (registration from 9:00am)

Location: YMCA – 3/F South Tower, 41 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Language:       With simultaneous interpretation on Cantonese and English

Registration    The event is free of charge, but registration is essential as spaces are limited.

Registration and more info:http://www.civic-exchange.org/wp/111112gh3/

"Despite the emissions from ships and port activity account for insignificant proportion of regional air pollution than other sources, the busy shipping and dense population density in the Hong Kong – Pearl River Delta (HK - PRD) means that people there suffer severe air pollution than any other regions in the world. In order to address this challenge effectively, addressing emissions from vessels across HK-PRD region is essential. 


 Funded by the Hong Kong SAR Government’s Environment Conservation Fund, the Civic Exchange is going to hold a forum called The Air We Breathe 3: A Pan-PRD Dialogue on Marine Emissions on 12 NOV 2011. This forum brings together scientists, government officials, business leaders and academics from around the world to discuss reducing vessel emissions in the HK-PRD region and around the world."

Read More

Public consultation on initial proposals for the Regional Cooperation Plan on Building a Quality Living Area in PRD

The Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macao governments today (September 1) jointly launched a three-month public consultation on initial proposals for the Regional Cooperation Plan on Building a Quality Living Area
(The Plan).



Source: http://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/201109/01/P201109010129.htm
More info: http://www.gprd-qla.com/
Consultation Documents:  http://www.gprd-qla.com/en/class_resource.asp?classid=8&left05=hlink

Read More