Business Environment Council (“BEC”) has introduced the Carbon Disclosure Programme (“the Programme”) in 2022 to enhance support for the BEC Net-zero Carbon Charter signatories, along with their business partners and the wider corporate sector in the field of climate-related disclosures. With backing from HSBC, BEC has collaborated with CDP on its Supply Chain Programme, designating specific opportunities for companies to participate. This initiative provides companies with a crucial opportunity to familiarise themselves with climate-related reporting, ensuring data relevance in accordance with the guidelines of the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard, the TCFD recommendations, and the IFRS S2 (ISSB) climate standard, while having their participation costs covered by the Programme.
Event Objectives
- Conclude the 2024 disclosure cycle and offer insights into the latest global disclosure trends and key topics addressed during this period.
- Provide analysis of the effects of the three-year BEC Carbon Disclosure Programme, highlighting local trends in climate disclosure among Hong Kong businesses.
- Support companies in their climate disclosure efforts by offering practical guidance to enhance their environmental initiatives.
Event Details
| Date: | 1 April 2025 (Tuesday) |
| Time: | 3:00p.m. - 5:20p.m. |
| Venue: | BEC Auditorium, G/F, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong |
| Language: | English |
Programme
| Time | Activity |
| 3:00pm – 3:05pm |
Opening Remarks Mr Huifeng Zhang, Head of Corporate Sustainability Asia Pacific, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
| 3:05pm – 3:25pm |
Navigating Global Disclosure Trends Mr Bruno Leung, Account Manager, Reporter Services and Supply Chains, CDP
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| 3:25pm – 3:45pm |
Unveiling Local Insights and Programme Achievements Mr Merlin Lao, Head – Policy & Research, Business Environment Council
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| 3:45pm – 3:55pm |
Leading the Way: Comprehensive Strategies for Managing Value Chain Emissions Ms Carmen Ng, Deputy General Manager – Sustainability, Hang Lung Properties Limited |
| 3:55pm – 4:25pm |
Networking Break |
| 4:25pm – 4:35pm |
Starting the Journey: Uncovering Scope 3 Emissions Challenges and Opportunities for SMEs Mr TH Saw, Head, ESG Compliance, ROTOTYPE INTERNATIONAL (HK AND CHINA) LTD |
| 4:35pm – 5:20pm |
Panel Discussion: Leveraging Climate Disclosure for Strategic Advantage Moderator: Mr Merlin Lao, Head – Policy & Research, Business Environment Council Panellists:
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Mr Bruno Leung As an Account Manager at CDP, Mr. Leung supports organizations across the APAC region in advancing their sustainability efforts. He provides practical advice to guide organizations through the CDP disclosure process and offers expertise in engaging suppliers on reducing environmental impacts. Mr Leung works with various industry leaders from different markets, which has given him invaluable perspectives on decarbonization trends worldwide. Prior to joining CDP, he worked at a local consultancy, providing internal auditing and ESG advisory service.
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Ms Carmen Ng Carmen Ng is currently the Deputy General Manager - Sustainability of Hang Lung Properties. In her role, she is responsible for the development and implementation of sustainability strategy to deliver Hang Lung Properties' Sustainability Goals and Targets through collaboration and partnership with internal and external stakeholders. She also leads the coordination and delivery of the annual Sustainability Report in accordance with local and international reporting standards such as HKEx, GRI, IFRS and TNFD.
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Mr Lawrence Szeto Lawrence Szeto is the Director of Cityray Technology, a premier HR technology firm operating in China and Hong Kong since 1987. In the past two decades, he has guided Cityray in becoming a socially responsible corporation, earning numerous accolades including the Manpower Developer Grand Prize Award, the designation of Caring Company, Social Capital Builder, Corporate Citizenship, Family-Friendly Employer, and Happy Company. Since 2019, he was appointed as a member of the ERB Youth Training Focus Group, providing advisory input on course design tailored for youth development. In 2022, he was appointed as an Executive Committee member of SME Sustainability Society, where he promotes sustainability initiatives by facilitating collaboration between SMEs, associations, and government bureaus. As a Vice President of Training & Development since 2023, he is dedicated to organizing the Sustainability Leadership Training Programme, which empowers SME leaders to establish and integrate their sustainability objectives into their business strategies.
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Mr Merlin Lao Mr Merlin Lao is Head – Policy & Research at BEC. He leads the team to develop clear policy positions on pressing climate and environmental topics in Hong Kong, through undertaking research on latest domestic and international trends, engaging with the Hong Kong SAR Government and connecting insights of the local business sector. He is keen on net-zero transition that not only looks at decarbonisation, but also a more equal and liveable built environment. Mr Lao is a programme management professional with over 10 years of climate change and environment career experience across private, public and non-profit sectors in East Asia, with major exposure in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and South Korea. Prior to joining BEC, he was the senior programme manager at an international non-governmental organisation driving sustainable cities agenda in China, Japan, Mongolia and South Korea, covering topics such as air quality, low-emission development, urban resilience, circular economy and nature-based solutions.
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Ms Ophelia Lin Ms Ophelia Lin is the Founder and Managing Director of Meiriki Japan, with over 28 years of executive experience. She is dedicated to integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the business model and promoting corporate social responsibility. As the Founding President of the “SME Sustainability Society,” she champions sustainable practices among small and medium enterprises. Additionally, as Vice-Chairperson of “Friends of the Earth (HK),” Ophelia inspires SMEs to pursue sustainability through collaborative efforts. Under her leadership, Meiriki Japan has achieved significant milestones, including the Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence (Gold in 2020 and Bronze in 2023) in the Shop and Retail Sector. The company also received a CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) Grade B for excellence in environmental transparency and carbon management. Ophelia's commitment continues to drive meaningful progress toward a sustainable future.
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Ms Priscilla Lin Ms Priscilla Lin is the Sustainability and Strategy Manager at Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited. She leads and develops Schneider Electric Hong Kong's sustainability strategy and collaborates with customers to achieve their sustainability and climate change commitments. Before joining Schneider Electric (Hong Kong), Ms Lin worked in corporate sustainability consultancy, advising businesses on sustainability strategy formulation, disclosures, and stakeholder engagement. With experience in the international non-profit field, she specializes in engaging the public and youth in sustainable development, particularly in reducing social inequalities and addressing climate change through global citizenship education and community engagement. As a climate advocate, Ms Lin has participated in the 26th, 27th, and 29th UN Climate Change Conferences. Outside of work, she focuses on raising awareness of community solar and climate-friendly food systems, and she has mentored various youth climate community projects.
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Mr TH Saw Mr Saw began his career in 1983 as a Software Designer & Developer, specializing in COBOL and early relational databases — experiences that honed his logical thinking and system design expertise. In 1991, he transitioned to management as General Manager of an ERP software startup, successfully growing the company until its acquisition by a larger ERP firm. For over a decade, Mr Saw served as Chief Operating Officer at Rototype International, working alongside the Founder and CEO to expand operations in Malaysia, Middle East, UK, and USA. Recognizing the critical importance of sustainability in today's business landscape, Mr Saw pivoted his focus in late 2024 to become Head of ESG Compliance at Rototype International. In this role, he leads initiatives to transform the company into a more globally responsible corporate citizen while safeguarding the long-term health of our planet. |
