Event: Public Forum of the Study on the Action Plan for Livable Bay Area of the Pearl River Estuary (26 April 2014)

Public Forum of the Study on the Action Plan for Livable Bay Area of the Pearl River Estuary 

Event Date: 26 Apr 2014 Event Time: 10:30 am - 1:00 pm 
Venue: Multi-Purpose Hall, 3/F, City Gallery, 3 Edinburgh Place, Central, Hong Kong 
Email: sppd@pland.gov.hk Website: www.prdbay.com 

BEC is pleased to support the Public forum for the “Study on the Action Plan for Livable Bay Area of the Pearl River Estuary” that organised by Planning Department of the HKSAR Government.

 

About the Public Forum

 

Planning Department will hold a public forum for the Stage 2 Public Engagement of the “Study on the Action Plan for Livable Bay Area of the Pearl River Estuary” on April 26 for the public's further discussion on the recommendations of the Study.  Details of the forum are as follows:

 

Date:	26 April 2014 (Saturday)
Time:	10:30 am - 1:00 pm (registration will start at 10:00 am)
Venue:	Multi-Purpose Hall, 3/F, City Gallery, 3 Edinburgh Place, Central, Hong Kong

   

Anyone who wishes to attend the forum may fill in the registration form and return the completed form to Planning Department by email (sppd@pland.gov.hk), fax (2522 8524 or 2868 4497) or post (Strategic Planning Section, Planning Department, 16/F, North Point Government Offices, 333 Java Road, North Point) on or before 14 April to facilitate arrangement.  For the details of the Study, please click here.

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Event: BEC Leadership Networking Series (24 Apr 2014)

BEC Leadership Networking Series (24 Apr) 

vent Date: 24 Apr 2014 Event Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 
Venue: BEC Auditorium, G/F, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong 
Fee: $180.00 
Discounts: Free seats for each BEC member: Five (5) – Council; Three (3) – Corporate; Two (2) – General; Two (2) – Affiliate 
Contact: Ms Joey Hui 
Email: joey@bec.org.hk Telephone: 2784 3958

BEC Leadership Networking Series is a monthly platform for sustainability leaders and practitioners to network and share their insights in an open and relaxing atmosphere. Come join us in the upcoming sharing session, where you could mingle and meet with other BEC members and like-minded major industry players. You may find more details below.  We hope to see you there!

"Collaboration for Success in Green Supply Chain Management"

Mr Toshiaki Takahashi, General Manager, Supply Chain Management / Asia Service Parts Center,Ricoh Asia Pacific Operation

Over the last two decades, there is a growing demand for an integration of corporate sustainability criteria into supply chain management. Businesses are looking for ways to address sustainability, from product design, manufacturing, logistics to procurement, in order to meet the requirements. A challenge, consequently a new business opportunity. In this upcoming event, Mr Takahashi will share Ricoh’s works to minimise environmental impact of its supply chain management process, and the latest office eco-friendly technologies to help businesses go green while maintaining operational efficiency and business goals.

Followed by sharing from Dr Peter Lee, Chief Technology Officer, Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Limited

Fee	HKD 180 per head
Free Seats for Each BEC Member	Five     (5)  -  Council Three  (3)  -  Corporate Two     (2)  -  General Two     (2)  -  Affiliate
Format	25-minute keynote presentation and 25-minute sharing; followed by networking cocktail
Language	English

Please download and fill in the REGISTRATION FORM to reserve your seat(s). Successful registrations will be notified separately. For further information, please contact Ms Joey Hui (T 2784-3958  E joey@bec.org.hk)
Sponsor:

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Event: BIM Year 2014 – Grand Launch Ceremony cum Networking Cocktail (16 April 2014)

BIM Year 2014 – Grand Launch Ceremony cum Networking Cocktail 

Event Date: 16 Apr 2014 Event Time: 6:00 pm - 7:15 am Venue: W Hotel, Hong Kong Contact: Ms Stella Leung Email: bim@hkcic.org Telephone: 2100 9429

BEC is pleased to support the BIM Year 2014 – Grand Launch Ceremony cum Networking Cocktail that organised by the Construction Industry Council.

About the Event
The Construction Industry Council (CIC)’s BIM Year 2014 – Grand Launch Ceremony cum Networking Cocktail is scheduled for Wednesday, 16 April 2014 at W Hotel.  Bringing together senior government officials and decision makers among the construction industry, the event will create synergy on the development of BIM and mark a milestone to the industry.
This year, the CIC will focus on the implementation of the BIM in Hong Kong in a systematic and strategic way. During the grand launch ceremony, we will introduce the implementation on the following programmes and events in 2014:

• BIM Year Plan
• Client Summit – BIM Implementation Strategy Workshop
• Hong Kong BIM Standards
• CIC’s BIM Training Centre and Laboratory
• Registration System for BIM professional in Hong Kong
• Accreditation to BIM training programmes

Apart from the above, BIM software vendors and solution providers will also showcase their state-of-the-art technology during the Ceremony. It is indeed an excellent platform and opportunity to exchange your technical know-how on BIM with construction professional in Hong Kong.
For more details about the event, please refer to the draft programme rundown for informaiton.
CIC would very much appreciate if you could RSVP by email to bim@hkcic.org by Friday, 4 April 2014 to indicate your attendance.  Should you have any queries pertaining to the Ceremony, please do not hesitate to revert back to CIC’s Ms Stella Leung at tel. 2100 9429 for assistance.

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Event: Constitutional Development Forum for the Environmental Industry (30 March 2014)

Constitutional Development Forum for the Environmental Industry (30 March 2014)

Event Date: 31 Mar 2014 Event Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Venue: BEC Auditorium Fee: Free   ( BEC Members only )
Contact: Ms Jill Chow Email: jill@bec.org.hk Telephone: 2784 3942 -
BEC is presenting the Constitutional Development Forum for the Environmental Industry with the support from the Environment Bureau and other organisations as below:

BEAM Society Limited

Hong Kong Green Building Council

Hong Kong Environmental Industry Association

Hong Kong Recycle Materials & Re-production Business General Association

Members of BEC and supporting organisations are welcome to join.


The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region formally launched a five-month public consultation on the methods for selecting the Chief Executive in 2017 and for forming the Legislative Council in 2016 on 4 December 2013. How can environmental experts, sustainability professionals and practitioners in the environmental industry contribute to the constitutional development of the city that could facilitate long-term government-business communications and collaborations for sustainable development of Hong Kong? The Chief Secretary for Administration Mrs Carrie Lam and the Secretary for the Environment Mr K S Wong will be explaining the consultation process and listening to the views and suggestions from the environmental industry on 31 March in persons.

About the Forum
Date                  : 31 March 2014 (Monday)
Time                 : 3:30pm – 5:00pm (Registration starts at 3:00pm)
Venue               : BEC Auditorium, G/F, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (location map)
Language        : Cantonese (simultaneous interpretation in English/Cantonese will be provided)

Registraton

Fee                   : Free admission (for members of BEC and supporting organisations only)

Registration    : Please click HERE to register.
                             (Confirmation will be issued upon successful registration.)
Enquiry
Ms Jill Chow (Email: jill@bec.org.hk | Tel: 2784 3942)

 

Other Supporting Organizations:
                           

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Event: BEC Leadership Networking Series (27 Mar 2014)

BEC Leadership Networking Series (27 Mar)

Event Date: 27 Mar 2014 Event Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Venue: BEC Auditorium, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Fee: $180.00 Discounts: Free seats for each BEC member: Five (5) – Council; Three (3) – Corporate; Two (2) – General; Two (2) – Affiliate Contact: Ms Joey Hui Email: joey@bec.org.hk
Telephone: 2784 3958


BEC Leadership Networking Series is a monthly platform for sustainability leaders and practitioners to network and share their insights in an open and relaxing atmosphere. Come join us in the upcoming sharing session, where you could mingle and meet with other BEC members and like-minded major industry players. You may find more details below.  We hope to see you there!

“Go Green with Smart Office Design”

Mr Kevin Edmunds, Senior Manager, Sustainability, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

The 21st century has been called the "century of the environment." Due to the increasing awareness of the environmental challenges, such as pollution, building construction and waste management, sustainable development has become a major concern for both the Government and business sector in Hong Kong. Hong Kong Science Park strives to incorporate the latest green technologies and sustainable design in office environment and buildings. By adopting 39 green design elements, Hong Kong Science Park Phase 3 has been ecologically designed to achieve a net zero-carbon footprint environment. Using the case studies from Phase 3, Mr Edmunds will share the latest green building technologies and showcase the sustainable practice in Hong Kong.

Followed by sharing from Mr Gary Hui, Senior Sustainability Design Manager, Leigh & Orange Limited

Fee	HKD 180 per head
Free Seats for Each BEC Member	Five     (5)  -  Council Three  (3)  -  Corporate Two     (2)  -  General Two     (2)  -  Affiliate
Format	20-minute keynote presentation and 10-minute sharing; followed by networking cocktail
Language	English

Please download and fill in the REGISTRATION FORM to reserve your seat(s). Successful registrations will be notified separately. For further information, please contact Ms Joey Hui (T 2784-3958  E joey@bec.org.hk)


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Event: BEC HR Excellence Awards 2014 - Winner Showcase Forum and Briefing Session (26-1 April 2014)

Winner Showcase Forum and Briefing Session Event Date:	26 Mar - 1 Apr 2014
Venue:
Email:	project@hkihrm.org
Telephone:	2837 3817 / 2837 3822 / 2837 3823
Business Environment Council is pleased to be the associate assessor and the supporting organisation of HR Excellence Awards 2014 organised by Hong Kong Institute of Human Resources Management (HKIHRM). HKIHRM will host the Awards Winner Showcase Forum and Briefing Session in March and April 2014 to share the details of the Awards to the audience. About the Event Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management (HKIHRM) presents the HR Excellence Awards to recognise organisations and individuals who achieve business success through outstanding people management strategies and practices. You are cordially invited to the Awards Winner Showcase Forum and Briefing Session. Submission of entry: 26 March to 9 May Launch cum 2013 Awards Winner Showcase Forum Date: 26 March, 2014 (Wednesday) Time: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Language: Cantonese and English (No simultaneous interpretation) Venue: 25/F, HKFYG Multi-function Hall I, The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups Building, 21 Pak Fuk Road, North Point, HK (MTR: Exit C, Quarry Bay) Fee: HKIHRM member - HK$700; Non-member - HK$1000 Click HERE for details and enrolment Briefing Session Date: 1 April, 2014 (Tuesday) Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Language: English Venue: HKIHRM Office, Suite 1503, 15/F, 68 Yee Wo Street, Causeway Bay, HK Fee: Free Click HERE for details and enrolment Enquiries: Project & Event Department – Tel: (852) 2837 3817 / 2837 3822 / 2837 3823 or Email: project@hkihrm.org

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Event: Hong Kong Environment Trade Mission to GLOBE 2014 (26-28 March 2014)

Hong Kong Environment Trade Mission to GLOBE 2014

Event Date: 26 Mar - 28 Mar 2014                                                                                                        Contact: Ms Fatima Lai
Email: fatima.lai@international.gc.ca
Telephone: 2867 7390 / 2867 7366

                                                       
 Business Environment Council is pleased to be a supporting organisation of Hong Kong Environment Trade Mission to GLOBE 2014 co-organised by the Consulate General of Canada and Hong Kong Productivity Council. About the Event The Consulate General of Canada in Hong Kong and Macao cordially invites you to join the Hong Kong Environment Trade Mission to GLOBE 2014 in Vancouver, March 26-28, 2014. The GLOBE Series is North America’s largest and longest-running forum on the business of environment consisting of a conference and trade fair. In 2012, the event attracted over 9000 business leaders, industry managers and buyers to explore mutual goals of corporate sustainability, business growth, urban development, and energy and climate change solutions (http://2014.globeseries.com).


This year, the GLOBE 2014 Conference will include the following major themes: The Changing Energy Landscape Food & Water Security: Protecting our Most Precious Resources Towards the Circular Economy Responsible Resource Management Clean Capitalism: Financing Sustainable Innovation Building Resilient Cities »» China – Our Shared Future (Remarks: Special Discounted Conference Rate of C$795 + 5% GST applies to Hong Kong delegates) GLOBE 2014 Trade Fair: With over 450 exhibitors, the GLOBE trade show will feature the most advanced environmental technologies and solutions in three critical areas: Energy, Green Building and Sustainable Cities, and Water. (Remarks: Complimentary trade show pass for Hong Kong delegates) Value Added Mission Program for Mission Participants: Business-to-Business Matching & Networking Opportunities with Canadian companies in variety of different subsectors. Canadian companies are especially strong in the areas of Water & Wastewater, Waste Management, Air Pollution Control, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Carbon Capture/Storage/Utilization etc.


Optional Additional Site Visit to Edmonton Waste Management Centre (EWMC) in Edmonton, Alberta, March 24-25 About EWMC – EWMC provides access to some of the best full-scale waste management facilities in N. America. It strives to turn waste into resources, provides holistic solutions to waste management problems and aims to enable innovation. The city of Edmonton currently diverts about 60% of residential waste from its landfill by reducing, recycling and composting. Facilities located at EWMC include: Integrated Processing and Transfer Facility Materials Recovery Facility, where Edmonton's recyclables are sorted and baled Edmonton Composting Facility, where Edmonton’s waste is composted GEEP Electrical and Electronic Waste Recycling Facility Residential Waste Drop Off Station Construction and Demolition Recycling Operation Clover Bar Landfill Leachate Treatment Plant, Landfill Gas Recovery System and Biosolids Lagoons Greys Paper & Glass Recycling Facility Waste-to-Biofuels For further information on EWMC, please visit their website:


http://www.edmonton.ca/for_residents/garbage_recycling/edmonton-waste-management-centre.aspx If you are interested in learning more about the Mission, please complete and return the Reply Slip or contact Ms. Fatima Lai, tel: 2867 7390 / 2867 7366, email: Fatima.lai@international.gc.ca.


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Event: The Coming Storm: Risks and Opportunities for Business in a Changing Climate (25 March 2014)

The Coming Storm: Risks and Opportunities for Business in a Changing Climate

Event Date: 25 Mar 2014 Event Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Venue: BEC Auditorium Fee: Free   ( By Invitation only ) Contact: Ms Jill Chow Email: jill@bec.org.hk

About the Event

Business Environment Council, with the support of The Rockefeller Foundation, organises this half-day workshop to explore and discuss the risks and opportunities that climate change events are creating for business in Asia.

As shown by the massive floods in Thailand in late 2011 that disrupted global supply chains and Super Typhoon Haiyan that devastated the Philippines, the frequency and intensity of major climate events is set to accelerate as the global climate system continues to change. This first of its kind event is facilitated by Ashvin Dayal, Associate Vice President & Managing Director, Asia of The Rockefeller Foundation, will take stock of current levels of business continuity and assess them against the reality of major climate events.

Through interactive scenarios and visioning exercises, participants with better understand their own organization’s resilience and the ways in which city-wide resilience efforts can impact their plans. Beyond preparedness, this workshop will also explore how businesses can develop new products or services that can be used by cities to respond to these challenges. 

For enquiry and registration, please contact Ms Jill Chow (T. 2784 3942 | E. jill@bec.org.hk)

- See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events-current/the-coming-storm-risks-and-opportunities-for-business-in-a-changing-climate#sthash.dmA6sXOy.dpuf


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Event: Seminar on ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) and Certification (25 Feb 2014)

Seminar on ISO 50001 Energy Management System 

(EnMS) and Certification 

Event Date: 25 Feb 2014 Event Time: 2:15 pm - 5:05 pm 
Venue: Conference Hall, 4/F, HKPC Building 78 Tat Chee 
Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong Contact: Ms Zoe Chiu 
Email: hkctc-seminar@icc.com.hk 
Telephone: 2559 9973 Website: http://www.hkctc.gov.hk/en/work_seminars.html#b36 

Business Environment Council is pleased to be a supporting organisation of Seminar on ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) and Certification organised by The Hong Kong Council for Testing and Certification and Hong Kong Accreditation Service.

About the Seminar

Climate change is a defining challenge of our time, affecting each and every one of us. For a more sustainable future, there is a need for community-wide action to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

In Hong Kong, electricity generation is a major source of GHG emissions, accounting for over 60% of the total local emissions. Close to 90% of our city’s electricity is consumed in buildings. A concerted effort across different sectors to maximise energy efficiency in buildings will help to combat climate change. In 2011, the International Organisation for Standardisation released ISO 50001 as a globally accepted framework for energy management. This international standard is applicable to organisations of all sizes

and sectors for setting up a suitable energy management system (EnMS). With an ISO 50001-based EnMS, an organisation can measure and monitor its energy use, identify where to improve energy efficiency, and take actions accordingly. Not only will it lead to operational cost savings, it will also help to enhance market competitiveness.

Third-party certification to ISO 50001 is one step further – ensuring the organisation’s compliance of its EnMS with international standard and demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability. Some localcertification bodies have started offering ISO 50001 EnMS certification services nowadays in response to market needs.

Promoting joint effort in enhancing energy efficiency for a “low-carbon” Hong Kong, this seminar will bring together various local experts to share the concepts of ISO 50001 EnMS and relevant certification as well as
some success stories.

Details of the Seminar

Date: 25 February 2014 (Tuesday)
Time: 2:15 p.m. to 5:05 p.m.
Venue: Conference Hall, 4/F, HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Target audience: Practitioners from different industries/sectors, including the testing and certification industry, building and construction sector, property management sector etc.
Language: Cantonese
Fee: Free admission

Please visit here for more details of the seminar. To register, please download the registration form.

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Event: Seminar on ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) and Certification (25 Feb 2014)

Seminar on ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) and Certification 

Event Date: 25 Feb 2014 Event Time: 2:15 pm - 5:05 pm 

Venue: Conference Hall, 4/F, HKPC Building 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong Contact: Ms Zoe Chiu Email: hkctc-seminar@icc.com.hk Telephone: 2559 9973 

Website: http://www.hkctc.gov.hk/en/work_seminars.html#b36

Business Environment Council is pleased to be a supporting organisation of Seminar on ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) and Certification organised by The Hong Kong Council for Testing and Certification and Hong Kong Accreditation Service.

About the Seminar

Climate change is a defining challenge of our time, affecting each and every one of us. For a more sustainablefuture, there is a need for community-wide action to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.In Hong Kong, electricity generation is a major source of GHG emissions, accounting for over 60% of the totallocal emissions. Close to 90% of our city’s electricity is consumed in buildings. A concerted effort acrossdifferent sectors to maximise energy efficiency in buildings will help to combat climate change.In 2011, the International Organisation for Standardisation released ISO 50001 as a globally accepted framework for energy management. This international standard is applicable to organisations of all sizes

and sectors for setting up a suitable energy management system (EnMS). With an ISO 50001-based EnMS,an organisation can measure and monitor its energy use, identify where to improve energy efficiency, andtake actions accordingly. Not only will it lead to operational cost savings, it will also help to enhance market competitiveness.

Third-party certification to ISO 50001 is one step further – ensuring the organisation’s compliance of its EnMS with international standard and demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability. Some local certification bodies have started offering ISO 50001 EnMS certification services nowadays in response to
market needs.Promoting joint effort in enhancing energy efficiency for a “low-carbon” Hong Kong, this seminar will bring together various local experts to share the concepts of ISO 50001 EnMS and relevant certification as well as some success stories.

Details of the Seminar

Date: 25 February 2014 (Tuesday)
Time: 2:15 p.m. to 5:05 p.m.
Venue: Conference Hall, 4/F, HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Target audience: Practitioners from different industries/sectors, including the testing and certification industry, building and construction sector, property management sector etc.
Language: Cantonese
Fee: Free admission

Please visit here for more details of the seminar. To register, please download the registration form.

See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events-current/seminar-on-iso-50001-energy-management-system-enms-and-certification

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Event: BEC Policy Dialogue Series: 2014 Policy Address with the Secretary for the Environment (28 Jan 2014)

BEC Policy Dialogue Series: 2014 Policy Address with the Secretary for the Environment

Event Date: 28 Jan 2014 Event Time: 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Venue: BEC Auditorium, G/F, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong Fee: $200.00 Discounts: Discounts for BEC Members: Council Member (30%), Corporate Member (20%), General Member (10%), Associate Member (10%) Contact: Ms Joey Hui Email: joey@bec.org.hk Telephone: 2784 3958

Mr K S Wong, JP, Secretary for the Environment, will meet with BEC members to discuss the environmental components of the 2014 Policy Address on 28 January 2014.

This inaugural session of BEC Policy Dialogue Series provides a unique opportunity for the business community to discuss with the Secretary major environmental affairs pertinent to Hong Kong, to understand more thoroughly the policy direction of the Government, and to express BEC viewpoints and opinions.

In consultation with members, BEC submitted a policy paper to the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR Government in November 2013. This paper is available for view on the BEC website. This meeting with the Secretary has been especially arranged for our members and the wider business community to actively engage with the Government on various issues relating to the environment and sustainability of Hong Kong.
Details and Registration

Date:	28 January 2014 (Tuesday)
Time:	5:00 – 7:00pm (Registration starts at 4:30pm)
Venue:	BEC Auditorium, G/F, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong (location map)
Fee:	$200 per person Discounts for BEC Members:     Council Member (30%) Corporate Member (20%) General Member (10%) Associate Member (10%)

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Seats are limited and are reserved on a first come, first served basis. (Priority will be given to BEC members.) Please register and pay before 24 January 2014 to reserve a seat. Confirmation will be issued upon successful registration. Please click HERE to register.
For enquiry, please contact Ms Joey Hui (T 2784-3958 | E joey@bec.org.hk).

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Event: BEC Leadership Networking Series (23 Jan 2014)

 BEC Leadership Networking Series

Event Date: 23 Jan 2014 
Event Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 
Venue: BEC Auditorium, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong Fee: $180.00 Discounts: Free seats for each BEC member: Five (5) – Council; Three (3) – Corporate; Two (2) – General Contact: Ms Joey Hui Email: joey@bec.org.hk Telephone: 2784 3958

BEC Leadership Networking Series is a monthly platform for sustainability leaders and practitioners to network and share their insights in an open and relaxing atmosphere. Come join us in the upcoming sharing session, where you could mingle and meet with other BEC members and like-minded major industry players. You may find more details below.  We hope to see you there!

Connecting business objectives with customer satisfaction: a path beyond clean and green

Speaker: Ms Chloe Hui General Manager, Kimberly-Clark Professional

It is believed that a healthier, safer, more productive and greener workplace is a conductive to customer satisfaction and retention, not to mention enhanced corporate image. The sharing will bring us a fresh pair of eyes on building a sustainable winning business as Ms Hui speaks on the latest innovation and standards in creating an exceptional environment that extends beyond clean and green.

Followed by sharing from Mr Geoffrey Chan and Ms Mei Ling Lew of Mayer Brown JSM Mr Chan and Ms Lew of Mayer Brown JSM will speak generally about the salient provisions in the Waste Disposal Ordinance, its regulations and enforcement issues.

Fee	HKD 180 per head
Free Seats for Each BEC Member	Five     (5)  -  Council Three  (3)  -  Corporate Two     (2)  -  General
Format	20-minute keynote presentation and 15-minute sharing; followed by networking cocktail
Language	English

Please download and fill in the REGISTRATION FORM to reserve your seat(s). Successful registrations will be notified separately. For further information, please contact Ms Joey Hui (T 2784-3958  E joey@bec.org.hk)

- See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events-current/bec-leadership-networking-series-23-jan#sthash.P2KYdOaQ.dpuf

for more information: http://bec.org.hk/events-current/bec-leadership-networking-series-23-jan

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Event: Industry Visit to Ricoh Hong Kong's Environmental Technical Centre and LIVE Office (By invitation only) (24 Jan 2014)

 Industry Visit to Ricoh Hong Kong's Environmental Technical Centre and LIVE Office (By invitation only)

Event Date: 24 Jan 2014 
Event Time: 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Venue: Kwai Chung and Kowloon Bay Fee: $250.00   ( By Invitation only ) 
Discounts: HKD200 for BEC member; HKD250 for Non-member Contact: Ms Kitty Wong Email: kitty@bec.org.hk Telephone: 2784 3924

The volume of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in Hong Kong is becoming a serious environmental problem that has yet to be recognized by the general public. To reduce WEEE, a well-designed production plan by equipment manufacturers to maximize recycling and reusing is critical. BEC is organizing an Industry Visit to Ricoh’s Environmental Technical Centre and LIVE Office on 24 January 2014 (Friday). In this visit, Ricoh will share with us their vision to support a sustainable environment by minimizing waste to landfill and making the most of resources. You can also find out by yourself how to enhance office efficiency and productivity through a live demonstration at the “LIVE Office”. This activity is by invitation only.

Rundown

02:00pm	Gather at BEC Headquarters
02:30pm	Arrive at Ricoh's Environmental Technical Centre in Kwai Chung
02:30pm	Green Tour to visit Ricoh's operations for Toner Refilling, Machine Reconditioning and Hard-disk Handling
04:15pm	Arrive at Ricoh's Head Office in Kowloon Bay
04:15pm	LIVE Office Tour to have real experience on Paperless Meeting Solutions, Secured Print Management Solutions and Central Facility Management Centre
05:30pm	Dismiss in Kowloon Bay

Details

Date	24 January 2014
Time	02:00pm-05:30pm
Fee	HKD 200 for BEC Member; HKD 250 for Non-member
Assemble location	Parking lot, LG/F, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong
Remarks	Please fill in the registration form and send to membership@bec.org.hk
	For further information and assistance, you may contact Miss Kitty Wong at 2784-3924 or kitty@bec.org.hk

- See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events-current/industry-visit-to-ricoh-hong-kongs-environmental-technical-centre-and-live-office-by-invitation-only#sthash.G3uzptwc.dpuf

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Event: Warsaw? Where next for the UN Climate Caravan? (BEC HK) (23 Jan 2014)

Warsaw? Where next for the UN Climate Caravan? 

Event Date: 23 Jan 2014 

Event Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

 Venue: PwC, 21/ F, Edinburgh Tower, The Landmark, Central, Hong Kong Fee: Free Contact: Ms Joey Hui Email: joey@bec.org.hk Telephone: 2784 3958

Business Environment Council (BEC) Climate Change Business Forum (CCBF) Advisory Group and Civic Exchange invite you to join us for an annual update on efforts to both tackle the Greenhouse Gas emissions which are causing climate change and adapt to the climate change which is inevitable.
Questions to consider:

• What happened at the November 2013 UN Climate Conference at Warsaw? Where will the UN process go next? 
• Is the UN on course to conclude a deal at their December 2015 meeting in Paris?
• When will the Green Climate Fund start to operate? 
• Was the deal done on REDD+ (forests) at Warsaw significant? 
• What action on climate change is being taken outside of the UN process?

Programme*:

Time	Theme	Speakers
3:30pm	Registration
4:00pm	Welcoming	Mr John Barnes (PwC)
Session 1: What happened at Warsaw and where is the UN process going?
4:05pm	Overview	Mr Wai-shin Chan (HSBC)
	Reporting from Warsaw	Dr Jeanne Ng (CLP)
	A Government view	Mr. C F Wong (EPD)
	Moderated discussion with Q&A from the floor	Panelists: Mr Wai-Shin Chan (HSBC) Dr. Jeanne Ng (CLP) Moderator: Mr Simon Ng (Civic Exchange)
4:55pm	Coffee/Tea break
Session 2: Action on climate change outside the UN process. What should Hong Kong do and how might it be affected?
5:10pm	Low carbon economy action	Dr Hannah Routh (PwC)
	Climate Finance	Ms Alexandra Tracy (ASrIA)
	Energy options – HK and beyond	Mr Robert Allender (ENERGY Resources Management)
	Moderated discussion with Q&A from the floor	Panelists: Dr Hannah Routh (PwC) Ms Alexandra Tracy (ASrIA) Mr Robert Allender (ENERGY Resources Management) Moderator: Mr Hendrik Rosenthal (BEC)
6:00pm	Meeting ends

Please download and fill in the REGISTRATION FORM to reserve your seat(s). Successful registrations will be notified separately. For further information, please contact Ms Joey Hui (T 2784 3958  E joey@bec.org.hk)
Remarks:
* The programme may change, and the organiser reserves rights to change it without prior notification.
** Professional photographers and videographers are often present at the Event to take photos and videos which may be edited and used by Civic Exchange in the video channel and other promotion materials in the ordinary course of our business. By attending the Event, you acknowledge and agree that your image may be used by Civic Exchange, solely for this purpose.

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Event: Industrial Visit to ASB Bio-diesel Plant (17 Dec 2013)

Industry Visit to ASB Bio-diesel Plant 

Event Date:	17 Dec 2013
Event Time:	2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Venue:	Tseung Kwan O
Fee:	$250.00
Discounts:	HKD200 for BEC member; HKD250 for Non-member
Contact:	Ms Kitty Wong
Email:	kitty@bec.org.hk
Telephone:	2784 3924
BEC is organising an Industry Visit to ASB Biodiesel Plant again on 17 December 2013 (Tuesday). The 18,000-square-foot plant, began operating last month, is the largest biodiesel facility in Hong Kong.  It utilizes the city’s densely packed scale to collect used cooking oil in the region and from 4,000 restaurants across town, more than doubling local biodiesel production capacity.  If you missed the last visit in April, you will be able to see more this time. Rundown 02:00pm Gather at BEC Headquarters 02:45pm Arrive ASB Bio-diesel Plant in Tseung Kwan O 02:50pm Group Photo 03:00pm Welcome Presentation by Mr Roberto Vaquez (Chief Technology Officer) 03:20pm Q & A 03:30pm Site Tour lead by ASB Representative 04:30pm End of Visit and back to BEC Headquarters Details Date 17 December 2013 Time 02:00pm-04:30pm Fee HKD 200 for BEC member: HKD 250 for Non member Assemble location Parking lot, LG/F, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong Remarks Please fill in the Registration Form and send to membership@bec.org.hk   For further information and assistance, you may contact Miss Kitty Wong at 2784-3924 or kitty@bec.org.hk

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Event: BEC Leadership Networking Series (28 Nov 2013)

BEC Leadership Networking Series (28 Nov)

Event Date:	28 Nov 2013
Event Time:	6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Venue:	BEC Auditorium, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Fee:	$180.00
Discounts:	Free seats for each BEC member: Five (5) – Council; Three (3) – Corporate; Two (2) – General
Contact:	Ms Amy Chung
Email:	amyc@bec.org.hk
Telephone:	2784 3942
BEC Leadership Networking Series is a monthly platform for sustainability leaders and practitioners to network and share their insights in an open and relaxing atmosphere. Come join us in the upcoming sharing session, where you could mingle and meet with other BEC members and like-minded major industry players. You may find more details below.  We hope to see you there! "Preserving our Valuable Water Resource – Preventive and Proactive" Speaker: Mr Antoine Mussillon Managing Director, Veolia Water (South China) Limited Water is a limited vital natural resource that is essential to our daily living and also heavily relied on by all businesses.  Seventy per cent of the earth surface is covered by water, but for it to continue to be a reliable supply for future growth, it must be available to local populations in sufficient quantity and quality, and without compromising local ecosystems. Unfortunately, this is not the case in most of the world, as water is unevenly distributed among the world’s population.  Population growth, urbanisation and changing lifestyle are now putting pressure and competition on water resources.  Sustainable water management is a pressing need for many developed and developing economies to prepare for tomorrow’s need. Water management has a direct impact on countries and company’s economic performance and growth. Proactive water management is therefore vital.  Veolia Environnement is going to share an overview of the situation and what we could do to reduce our water footprint. "Application of Genetic Algorithm for On-line Optimisation of Pumping Schedules" Speakers:  Mr H S Wong, Assistant Director / Mechanical & Electrical                      Mr Charles Y Y Law, Electrical Engineer Water Supplies Department, the HKSAR Government As energy is needed for the supply of water to customers, the efficient use of this resource is a common concern of the water industry. The Water Supplies Department of the HKSAR Government has developed an optimisation methodology for on-line pump scheduling as one of its energy management opportunities. Using the experience of putting the new initiative on trial in a pilot scheme, the speakers will share with our members how engineers of different generations can join hands to bring about changes to the way we used to deliver services and keep the momentum of energy saving rolling. Fee HKD 180 per head Free Seats for Each BEC Member Five     (5)  -  Council Three  (3)  -  Corporate Two     (2)  -  General Format Two 20-minute presentations; followed by networking cocktail Language English Please download and fill in the REGISTRATION FORM to reserve your seat(s). Successful registrations will be notified separately. For further information, please contact Ms Amy Chung (T 2784-3942  E amyc@bec.org.hk)

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Event: BEC EnviroSeries Conferece 2013 (22 Nov 2013)

BEC EnviroSeries Conference 2013 

Event Date:	22 Nov 2013
Venue:	Level 3, Ballroom, JW Marriott Hong Kong
Fee:	$1500.00
Discounts:	20% discount for BEC Council Members; 15% discount for BEC Corporate Members; 10% discount for BEC General Members and Members of Supporting Organisations; additional 5% discount for any registrations for 3 or more participants
Contact:	Ms Amy Chung
Email:	amyc@bec.org.hk
Telephone:	852-27843942
The Future Energy of Hong Kong: Reliable, Affordable and Low Carbon  The growing demand for energy to support our city’s continuous development, combined with a need to reduce our emissions and sustain the environment, calls for a collective effort and leadership at all levels in Hong Kong for our sustainable energy future. In this Conference, BEC will line up a strong panel of experts and practitioners to share their insights on energy generation, as well as the energy management approach, technologies and practical steps that will help us convert intent into actions and stay ahead of future challenges. Key Topics (Download Programme): Shaping Hong Kong's Sustainable Energy Policy Sustainable Energy Future for East Asia: Getting to 2025 and Beyond Post Fukushima Nuclear Challenge: Threat or Prospect Decarbonising Future Transport Scaling Up Energy Efficiency: Prospects in Plain Sight? Where Do We Go From Here? Electricity Generation for Now and Beyond 2020 Speakers/ Moderators: KEYNOTE - Miss Vivian Lau, JP, Deputy Secretary for the Environment, The HKSAR Government Mr Arthur Bowring, Managing Director, Hong Kong Shipowners Association Ir Cary Chan, BEC Board Director, BEC Energy Advisory Group Chairman/ General Manager, Technical Services and Sustainability, Swire Properties Limited Prof Edwin H W Chan, Professor/ Associate Head (Research), Department of Building and Real Estate, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Dr Vincent Cheng, Director, Arup Mr Anthony Dixon, Chief Executive Officer, ASB Biodiesel (Hong Kong) Limited Mr Gailius Draugelis, Lead Energy Specialist, China & Mongolia Sustainable Development Unit, Beijing, East Asia and Pacific Region, The World Bank Mr Simon Lee, Executive Director, Research, Morgan Stanley Dr Vivien Lu, Associate Professor, Renewable Energy Research Group, Department of Building Services Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Mr Christophe Melinette, Vice President, Global Strategy, Schneider Electric Ir Dr Gento Mogi, Associate Professor, Department of Technology Management for Innovation, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo Mr Manfred Josef Schmidt, Senior Director, Sales and Marketing Hybrid Drives, Siemens AG Dr Thomas Tang, Director of Corporate Sustainability (Asia), AECOM Asia Company Limited Mr Jim Taylor, Head of Strategic Planning & Regulatory Affairs, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited Dr C W Tso, Adjunct Professor, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong Mr Xu Shaohua, Project Manager, IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute (China) Ms Yukari Yamashita, Board Member, The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan Mr Charles Yonts, Head of Sustainable Research, CLSA Ms Carolyn Szum, BEC Energy Advisory Group Member/ Lead Managing Consultant, ICF International – China Mr Hendrik Rosenthal, Director - Policy & Research, Business Environment Council   REGISTER NOW Silver Sponsor: CLP Power Hong Kong Limited Bronze Sponsors: AECOM Asia Company Limited Henderson Land Group Nissan Global Company Limited Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited Siemens Limited Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited Swire Properties Limited Towngas Industry Support Sponsor: BMW Concessionaires (Hong Kong) Limited Printing Sponsor: Fuji Xerox (Hong Kong) Limited - Printing Media Partners: Building Journal EcoZine FutureArc MetroBox Reader's Digest RFP Magazine Supporting Organisations: BCI Asia Building Services Operation and Maintenance Executives Society Econet China Federation of Hong Kong Industries French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong Hong Kong Association of Energy Engineers Hong Kong Association of Property and Management Companies Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong Green Building Council Hong Kong Productivity Council Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation Hong Kong Trade Development Council Institution of Mechanical Engineers - Hong Kong Office The Australian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong The Canadian Chamber of Commerce The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce The Climate Group The Energy Institute Hong Kong (Branch) The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Please register online by filing in the form below. For further information and assistance, you may contact Ms Amy Chung at (T. 2784-3942  E. amyc@bec.org.hk). Shaping Hong Kong’s cleaner energy future will require a holistic view in our energy management approach. Continuous effort in deploying advanced technologies, reducing the reliance on fossil fuels and switching to cleaner fuels on the supply side will remain as a key to reduce emissions. Equally important is maximising demand-side opportunities through enhancing energy efficiency and conservation practice in both the public and private sectors. It is widely recognised that the potentials in smart grid, fuel efficient transport, waste-to-energy and energy efficiency are massive. Yet, the adoption and progress is far from satisfaction. Economics concerns, misguided perceptions and complexity of consumer behaviour are acting as stumbling blocks to convert intent into actions. It will take a collective effort and leadership at all levels in our society to move things further. - See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events/enviroseries-conference#sthash.IfElY4qn.dpuf The growing demand for energy to support our city’s continuous development, combined with a need to reduce our emissions and sustain the environment, has increased the focus on cleaner energy. High on the sustainability agenda is the formulation of a long-term and environmentally sustainable energy strategy that enables Hong Kong to stay ahead of future challenges. This calls for clear policies, cross-sector collaborations and social innovation. Shaping Hong Kong’s cleaner energy future will require a holistic view in our energy management approach. Continuous effort in deploying advanced technologies, reducing the reliance on fossil fuels and switching to cleaner fuels on the supply side will remain as a key to reduce emissions. Equally important is maximising demand-side opportunities through enhancing energy efficiency and conservation practice in both the public and private sectors. It is widely recognised that the potentials in smart grid, fuel efficient transport, waste-to-energy and energy efficiency are massive. Yet, the adoption and progress is far from satisfaction. Economics concerns, misguided perceptions and complexity of consumer behaviour are acting as stumbling blocks to convert intent into actions. It will take a collective effort and leadership at all levels in our society to move things further. Topic Highlights: Shaping Hong Kong's Sustainable Energy Policy Sustainable Energy Future for East Asia: Getting to 2025 and Beyond A Global View on the Reliability of Fossil Fuels: Supply & Price Post Fukushima Nuclear Challenge: Threat or Prospect Electromobility for Megacities: Technology Pathways & Business Opportunities The City Bus of the Future Architecting the Smart Grid for Energy Efficiency and Service Resiliency Cleaner Fuels as Catalyst of Sustainable Growth in Global Cities Where Do We Go From Here? Electricity Generation for Now and Beyond 2020 Speakers (to be updated): Mr Gailius Draugelis, China and Mongolia Sustainable Development Unit, East Asia and Pacific Region, The World Bank Group Ir Dr Gento Mogi, Associate Professor, Department of Technology Management for Innovation, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo Mr Adi Karev, Global Oil & Gas Leader, China Oil & Gas and Shipping & Ports Leader, Energy & Resources, China, Deloitte Mr Manfred Josef Schmidt, Senior Director Sales and Marketing Hybrid Drives, Siemens AG Dr Thomas Tang, Director of Corporate Sustainability (Asia), AECOM Asia Company Limited Prof Martin Tangney, Director, Biofuel Research Centre, Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland Mr Jim Taylor, Head of Strategic Planning & Regulatory Affairs, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited Dr C W Tso, Adjunct Professor, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong Ms Yukari Yamashita, Board Member, The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan   Silver Sponsor: CLP Power Hong Kong Limited Bronze Sponsors: AECOM Asia Company Limited Henderson Land Group Nissan Global Company Limited Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited Towngas In-kind Sponsors: Fuji Xerox (Hong Kong) Limited - Printing Gold East Trading (Hong Kong) Company Limited - Paper You may download the sponsorship package and tentative programme rundown here. Please feel free to contact the Events and Communications Team shall you need any further information. - See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events/enviroseries-conference#sthash.IfElY4qn.dpuf The growing demand for energy to support our city’s continuous development, combined with a need to reduce our emissions and sustain the environment, has increased the focus on cleaner energy. High on the sustainability agenda is the formulation of a long-term and environmentally sustainable energy strategy that enables Hong Kong to stay ahead of future challenges. This calls for clear policies, cross-sector collaborations and social innovation. Shaping Hong Kong’s cleaner energy future will require a holistic view in our energy management approach. Continuous effort in deploying advanced technologies, reducing the reliance on fossil fuels and switching to cleaner fuels on the supply side will remain as a key to reduce emissions. Equally important is maximising demand-side opportunities through enhancing energy efficiency and conservation practice in both the public and private sectors. It is widely recognised that the potentials in smart grid, fuel efficient transport, waste-to-energy and energy efficiency are massive. Yet, the adoption and progress is far from satisfaction. Economics concerns, misguided perceptions and complexity of consumer behaviour are acting as stumbling blocks to convert intent into actions. It will take a collective effort and leadership at all levels in our society to move things further. Topic Highlights: Shaping Hong Kong's Sustainable Energy Policy Sustainable Energy Future for East Asia: Getting to 2025 and Beyond A Global View on the Reliability of Fossil Fuels: Supply & Price Post Fukushima Nuclear Challenge: Threat or Prospect Electromobility for Megacities: Technology Pathways & Business Opportunities The City Bus of the Future Architecting the Smart Grid for Energy Efficiency and Service Resiliency Cleaner Fuels as Catalyst of Sustainable Growth in Global Cities Where Do We Go From Here? Electricity Generation for Now and Beyond 2020 Speakers (to be updated): Mr Gailius Draugelis, China and Mongolia Sustainable Development Unit, East Asia and Pacific Region, The World Bank Group Ir Dr Gento Mogi, Associate Professor, Department of Technology Management for Innovation, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo Mr Adi Karev, Global Oil & Gas Leader, China Oil & Gas and Shipping & Ports Leader, Energy & Resources, China, Deloitte Mr Manfred Josef Schmidt, Senior Director Sales and Marketing Hybrid Drives, Siemens AG Dr Thomas Tang, Director of Corporate Sustainability (Asia), AECOM Asia Company Limited Prof Martin Tangney, Director, Biofuel Research Centre, Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland Mr Jim Taylor, Head of Strategic Planning & Regulatory Affairs, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited Dr C W Tso, Adjunct Professor, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong Ms Yukari Yamashita, Board Member, The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan   Silver Sponsor: CLP Power Hong Kong Limited Bronze Sponsors: AECOM Asia Company Limited Henderson Land Group Nissan Global Company Limited Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited Towngas In-kind Sponsors: Fuji Xerox (Hong Kong) Limited - Printing Gold East Trading (Hong Kong) Company Limited - Paper You may download the sponsorship package and tentative programme rundown here. Please feel free to contact the Events and Communications Team shall you need any further information. - See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events/enviroseries-conference#sthash.IfElY4qn.dpuf The growing demand for energy to support our city’s continuous development, combined with a need to reduce our emissions and sustain the environment, has increased the focus on cleaner energy. High on the sustainability agenda is the formulation of a long-term and environmentally sustainable energy strategy that enables Hong Kong to stay ahead of future challenges. This calls for clear policies, cross-sector collaborations and social innovation. Shaping Hong Kong’s cleaner energy future will require a holistic view in our energy management approach. Continuous effort in deploying advanced technologies, reducing the reliance on fossil fuels and switching to cleaner fuels on the supply side will remain as a key to reduce emissions. Equally important is maximising demand-side opportunities through enhancing energy efficiency and conservation practice in both the public and private sectors. It is widely recognised that the potentials in smart grid, fuel efficient transport, waste-to-energy and energy efficiency are massive. Yet, the adoption and progress is far from satisfaction. Economics concerns, misguided perceptions and complexity of consumer behaviour are acting as stumbling blocks to convert intent into actions. It will take a collective effort and leadership at all levels in our society to move things further. - See more at: http://bec.org.hk/events/enviroseries-conference#sthash.IfElY4qn.dpuf

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