Hong Kong Government Commits to Decarbonisation and Innovation with E&M I&T Day 2025

The E&M I&T Day 2025, held at the Hong Kong Science Park on June 26, was a significant event in the field of innovation and technology (I&T). The event, themed "Green Productive Forces: Empowering Smart and Green E&M, Driving New Quality Development", brought together industry professionals, academics, and government officials to discuss the latest advancements in decarbonisation and optimisation of electrical and mechanical services. The Hong Kong Government, through the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD), reaffirmed its commitment to implementing four major decarbonisation strategies, including net-zero electricity generation, energy saving and green buildings, green transport and waste reduction, and supporting innovation and technology projects through the Green Tech Fund.

Key Takeaways:

• The E&M I&T Day 2025 was held at the Hong Kong Science Park on June 26, 2025, with a theme focused on decarbonisation and green technology.
• The event featured seminars and exhibitions, with 28 Hong Kong and Mainland exhibitors, and attracted over 400 participants from various sectors, including I&T, the electrical and mechanical trade, post-secondary education, and public organisations.
• The Hong Kong Government, through the EMSD, will continue to implement four major decarbonisation strategies, including net-zero electricity generation, energy saving and green buildings, green transport, and waste reduction.
• The Government will also support innovation and technology projects through the Green Tech Fund and actively deepen co-operation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) to promote technological innovation and sustainable development.
• The EMSD will play an active role in serving as a "super connector" and "super value-adder" worldwide to promote the I&T achievements of the GBA.
• The E&M I&T Day 2025 attracted over 100,000 viewers for its online live streaming and provided a platform for interactive exchanges and experience sharing on the application of I&T in decarbonisation and optimisation of electrical and mechanical services.

Statistics:

• 28 Hong Kong and Mainland exhibitors participated in the E&M I&T Day 2025.
• Over 400 participants attended the event from various sectors, including I&T, the electrical and mechanical trade, post-secondary education, and public organisations.
• The online live streaming of the event attracted over 100,000 viewers.
• The Hong Kong Government aims to implement four major decarbonisation strategies, including net-zero electricity generation, energy saving and green buildings, green transport, and waste reduction.

Sources:

• Hong Kong SAR Government: Original Press Release dated June 26, 2025
• Hong Kong SAR Government: Copyright 2017 Contify.com