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CarbonCare InnoLab (CCIL) has selected 6 outstanding alumni from cohort 2 to 4 of the ‘’Climate Advocacy Training for Youth” programme to attend COP28 in Dubai UAE as Hong Kong’s Youth Delegates this year. We have also invited last year’s youth delegate Hiuching Chan to join the team to carry on her work on youth empowerment and climate justice. Meanwhile, CCIL has selected 3 outstanding alumni from the programme to attend Asia-Pacific Climate Week 2023 in Johor state of Malaysia, discussing regional climate issues. It aims to build momentum ahead of the COP28 in Dubai and the conclusion of the first Global Stocktake. CCIL hopes to provide more opportunities for Hong Kong youth to engage in the discussion of global climate change issues, interact with young people around the world and enhance youth collaboration, in order to advocate for more inclusive, innovative and effective climate policies locally. Youth delegates hope to show world leaders the determination of Hong Kong Youth in driving local climate actions, respond to international climate commitments and promote climate justice. CCIL hopes that the youth will reflect on climate issues after COP, become drivers in achieving Hong Kong's net-zero goal, and actively encourage more young people to participate in climate action.

The Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, known as COP, is the decision-making body responsible for monitoring and reviewing the implementation of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. It brings together the 197 nations and territories, called parties, that have signed on to the Framework Convention. The COP has met annually since 1995. COP21, held in Paris, France, in December 2015, was historic in its outcome – the Paris Agreement, as the first-ever legally binding international climate agreement. COP28, held in Dubai, UAE, from 30 November to 12 December 2023, focused on climate adaptation, the Loss and Damage Fund, phasing out fossil fuels, and evaluation of Global Stocktake. All four areas play a significant role in keeping our progress on track towards the 1.5°C target.

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Jasmine Siu

Jasmine studied Conservation Biology and Ecology at the University of Exeter. In her opinion, climate change is the most urgent global issue that needs to be solved. It is human’s responsibility to seek balance in urban development and environmental protection. She hopes climate issues will soon become a priority in all sectors, followed by appropriate impactful actions. Jasmine is also a committee of the Hong Kong Youth for Climate Action, a platform that aims to empower local youth who share passion to combat climate change through actions and advocacy locally and internationally.


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Annabelle Ho

Annabelle is the founder of ClimateXArt, an innovative initiative that harnesses the power of music and arts to raise public awareness about pressing climate change issues. With a strong focus on climate change education, youth empowerment, and climate finance, she strives to foster a global movement of informed and engaged individuals committed to creating a sustainable future.

Annabelle holds a degree from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and currently serves as a family office specialist in a global private bank. Fuelled by her unwavering belief that climate change is the defining challenge of our generation, Annabelle is constantly driven to take on new adventures and explore innovative solutions in the sustainability field. She is dedicated to seeking out and seizing opportunities that promote positive change, while actively collaborating with like-minded individuals, local NGOs and corporates to drive collective action.


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Hugo Chu

Coming from an interdisciplinary background as a LLB graduate, with double Minors in Urban Studies and Anthropology, and experiences covering social design, planning and urban culture, I become aware of the 'human' side of climate change, intersecting at health, housing, social network, livelihood and well-being. Taking 'city' as my fundamental interest unit, I am keen on exploring climate adaptation and resilience in a dense urban context - particularly, how we can prepare an ageing population against climate change. I hope to look for future aspirations and risks, and deliver human changes at the community level.


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Lorraine Wong

Lorraine is a final-year Geography and Resource Management student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong with a minor in Urban Studies. She is deeply dedicated to climate justice and youth empowerment. Her commitment extends to environmental protection and the development of sustainable solutions at both local and regional levels. She began her climate advocacy journey at CarbonCare InnoLab and has worked as a Sustainability and ESG intern in renowned businesses, focusing on sustainable business solutions.

Lorraine's hands-on experience is complemented by academic pursuits; she is working on a thesis titled “Gap Analysis on Global and Hong Kong Climate Justice Youth Action.” Through various roles, including co-founding EATcofriendly and facilitating at LCOY, she has honed her skills in promoting low-carbon diets and leading climate justice workshops. Actively involved in the YOUNGO Human Rights Working Group, she participates in meetings and contributes to the portfolio creation.

Her goals on climate action are to advocate for rights-based climate action plans and to ensure youth inclusion in policymaking and global stocktake. Lorraine's vision is to integrate human rights into Hong Kong’s Climate Action Plan and to champion a human-rights-based approach in environmental policies, confident in her ability to represent the voices of children and youth in global environmental discourse.


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Joanne Chu

Joanne is an Ocean Conservation Officer with a background in geography and urban governance at the University of Hong Kong. She has always been passionate about climate change mitigation and environmental conservation.

Prior to her current career, Joanne served as an ESG consultant, which equipped her with a solid understanding of sustainability issues within the private sector. Outside of work, she leads an active lifestyle, frequently visiting the gym and actively participating in hockey.


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Athena Yau

How can climate change awareness be stimulated among young people in Hong Kong? This query ignites Athena's passion for advocating for climate issues and prompts her to embark on a journey of climate advocacy. Despite being graduated from HKU in Accounting and Finance, Athena deviated from her career path as an accountant and transitioned into a sustainability consultant, through providing advice on decarbonisation strategies and climate risks assessment, she hopes to foster sustainable change within the corporate realm.


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Hiuching Chan

With over 10 years of experience in youth services, Hiuching is well positioned to raise environmental awareness among the young population. Her experience in social services started in 2009 when she joined the training team of Volunteer Space, running leadership programs for youth. As a university student, she initiated a trip to Yunnan, China and organised her first advocacy campaign on China's Left-Behind Children and poverty issues. Currently, she is serving in a local NGO and is working on projects to help and encourage the public to learn, understand and discuss the idea of “poverty” from different aspects and co-create creative solutions that respond to the needs of the poor and promote social justice.

Currently, she is serving in a local NGO and is working on projects to help and encourage the public to learn, understand and discuss the idea of “poverty” from different aspects and co-create creative solutions that respond to the needs of the poor and promote social justice.


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Jasmine Siu

Jasmine studied Conservation Biology and Ecology at the University of Exeter. In her opinion, climate change is the most urgent global issue that needs to be solved. It is human’s responsibility to seek balance in urban development and environmental protection. She hopes climate issues will soon become a priority in all sectors, followed by appropriate impactful actions. Jasmine is also a committee of the Hong Kong Youth for Climate Action, a platform that aims to empower local youth who share passion to combat climate change through actions and advocacy locally and internationally.

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Annabelle Ho

Annabelle is the founder of ClimateXArt, an innovative initiative that harnesses the power of music and arts to raise public awareness about pressing climate change issues. With a strong focus on climate change education, youth empowerment, and climate finance, she strives to foster a global movement of informed and engaged individuals committed to creating a sustainable future.

Annabelle holds a degree from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and currently serves as a family office specialist in a global private bank. Fuelled by her unwavering belief that climate change is the defining challenge of our generation, Annabelle is constantly driven to take on new adventures and explore innovative solutions in the sustainability field. She is dedicated to seeking out and seizing opportunities that promote positive change, while actively collaborating with like-minded individuals, local NGOs and corporates to drive collective action.

Photo of Hugo Chu

Hugo Chu

Coming from an interdisciplinary background as a LLB graduate, with double Minors in Urban Studies and Anthropology, and experiences covering social design, planning and urban culture, I become aware of the 'human' side of climate change, intersecting at health, housing, social network, livelihood and well-being. Taking 'city' as my fundamental interest unit, I am keen on exploring climate adaptation and resilience in a dense urban context - particularly, how we can prepare an ageing population against climate change. I hope to look for future aspirations and risks, and deliver human changes at the community level.

Photo of Lorraine Wong

Lorraine Wong

Lorraine is a final-year Geography and Resource Management student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong with a minor in Urban Studies. She is deeply dedicated to climate justice and youth empowerment. Her commitment extends to environmental protection and the development of sustainable solutions at both local and regional levels. She began her climate advocacy journey at CarbonCare InnoLab and has worked as a Sustainability and ESG intern in renowned businesses, focusing on sustainable business solutions.

Lorraine's hands-on experience is complemented by academic pursuits; she is working on a thesis titled “Gap Analysis on Global and Hong Kong Climate Justice Youth Action.” Through various roles, including co-founding EATcofriendly and facilitating at LCOY, she has honed her skills in promoting low-carbon diets and leading climate justice workshops. Actively involved in the YOUNGO Human Rights Working Group, she participates in meetings and contributes to the portfolio creation.

Her goals on climate action are to advocate for rights-based climate action plans and to ensure youth inclusion in policymaking and global stocktake. Lorraine's vision is to integrate human rights into Hong Kong’s Climate Action Plan and to champion a human-rights-based approach in environmental policies, confident in her ability to represent the voices of children and youth in global environmental discourse.

Photo of Joanne Chu

Joanne Chu

Joanne is an ESG consultant with solid experience in sustainability reporting and target setting. She majored in geography and urban governance at the University of Hong Kong and has always been passionate about climate change and sustainability issues.

Prior to her career, Joanne actively engaged in environmental education and conservation programmes. These hands-on experiences exposed her to the detrimental effects of climate change on the environment, which fueled her determination to address and mitigate its impact. Consequently, she developed a strong passion for carbon reduction, just transition, and climate finance. In her spare time, Joanne maintains an active lifestyle, regularly attending the gym and engaging in hockey.

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Athena Yau

How can climate change awareness be stimulated among young people in Hong Kong? This query ignites Athena's passion for advocating for climate issues and prompts her to embark on a journey of climate advocacy. Despite being graduated from HKU in Accounting and Finance, Athena deviated from her career path as an accountant and transitioned into a sustainability consultant, through providing advice on decarbonisation strategies and climate risks assessment, she hopes to foster sustainable change within the corporate realm.

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Hiuching Chan

With over 10 years of experience in youth services, Hiuching is well positioned to raise environmental awareness among the young population. Her experience in social services started in 2009 when she joined the training team of Volunteer Space, running leadership programs for youth. As a university student, she initiated a trip to Yunnan, China and organised her first advocacy campaign on China's Left-Behind Children and poverty issues. Currently, she is serving in a local NGO and is working on projects to help and encourage the public to learn, understand and discuss the idea of “poverty” from different aspects and co-create creative solutions that respond to the needs of the poor and promote social justice.

Currently, she is serving in a local NGO and is working on projects to help and encourage the public to learn, understand and discuss the idea of “poverty” from different aspects and co-create creative solutions that respond to the needs of the poor and promote social justice./p>

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Yuen Chun Hei, Nathaniel

Nathaniel Yuen is a passionate climate advocate from Hong Kong. With a Master's degree in Sustainability Leadership and Governance, he conducted research around the transition to net-zero buildings in Hong Kong, particularly within the context of property management. Currently, he is involved in a start-up venture that aims to promote sustainable jewelry in both domestic and international markets.

Nathaniel's climate advocacy journey began by addressing the sustainability of Hong Kong's food system. Through community engagement initiatives and press conferences, he actively advocated for the adoption of plant-based food, climate-friendly dietary guidelines, and the reduction of consumption-based emissions in the city's Climate Action Plan. Additionally, Nathaniel has experiences in facilitating the local youth conference on climate change in Hong Kong.


Ying Yau Kit, Stanley

Ying Yau Kit, Stanley

Stan currently serves as an AI product manager in the financial sector. He is dedicated to driving innovation and adoption of cutting-edge AI products. He is also pursuing an MSc. degree in Financial Mathematics at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). Stan completed his undergraduate studies in Systems Engineering at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, graduating with First Class Honors and full-tuition scholarships. He has participated in training programs at the University of Notre Dame, University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Cambridge Judge Business School, MIT, and Tsinghua University. Stan is a Professor Charles K. Kao Scholar and a two-time recipient of Yale-China Association Scholarships. He was recognized as a "Leader of Tomorrow" at the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium.


Cooper Benji Grayson

Cooper Benji Grayson

Benji is a final-year undergraduate student studying in the University of Hong Kong. He majors in Law. As an enthusiastic environmental advocate, Benji actively seeks plenty of volunteering experiences to sharpen his ecological education skills.

In 2023, he became a core member of ThinkOcean at HKU. Benji's primary focus is marine conservation and education; he is determined to pursue postgraduate education, which empowers him to raise people’s awareness about environmental protection.

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Yuen Chun Hei, Nathaniel

Nathaniel Yuen is a passionate climate advocate from Hong Kong. With a Master's degree in Sustainability Leadership and Governance, he conducted research around the transition to net-zero buildings in Hong Kong, particularly within the context of property management. Currently, he is involved in a start-up venture that aims to promote sustainable jewelry in both domestic and international markets.

Nathaniel's climate advocacy journey began by addressing the sustainability of Hong Kong's food system. Through community engagement initiatives and press conferences, he actively advocated for the adoption of plant-based food, climate-friendly dietary guidelines, and the reduction of consumption-based emissions in the city's Climate Action Plan. Additionally, Nathaniel has experiences in facilitating the local youth conference on climate change in Hong Kong.

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Ying Yau Kit, Stanley

Stan currently serves as an AI product manager in the financial sector. He is dedicated to driving innovation and adoption of cutting-edge AI products. He is also pursuing an MSc. degree in Financial Mathematics at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). Stan completed his undergraduate studies in Systems Engineering at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, graduating with First Class Honors and full-tuition scholarships. He has participated in training programs at the University of Notre Dame, University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Cambridge Judge Business School, MIT, and Tsinghua University. Stan is a Professor Charles K. Kao Scholar and a two-time recipient of Yale-China Association Scholarships. He was recognized as a "Leader of Tomorrow" at the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium.

Cooper Benji Grayson

Cooper Benji Grayson

Benji is a final-year undergraduate student studying in the University of Hong Kong. He majors in Law. As an enthusiastic environmental advocate, Benji actively seeks plenty of volunteering experiences to sharpen his ecological education skills.

In 2023, he became a core member of ThinkOcean at HKU. Benji's primary focus is marine conservation and education; he is determined to pursue postgraduate education, which empowers him to raise people’s awareness about environmental protection.

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Thierry Leung
Senior Social Worker (Programme Manager)

Thierry studied Bachelor of Social Work at Hong Kong Shue Yan University and is a registered social worker in Hong Kong. He has more than ten years of working experience in non-profit organizations, focusing on children and youth, and mental health. Later, he joined CarbonCare InnoLab and empowered local young people to speak up for Climate Change. He organised and coordinated the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) as a field trip programme for The 1st Climate Advocacy Training for Youth 2020.


Kwok Hiu Chung

Kwok Hiu Chung
Senior Programme Officer

Mr. Kwok Hiu Chung is the Senior Programme Officer of CarbonCare InnoLab.


Kylie Lai

Kylie Lai
Senior Programme Officer

Kylie majored in Public Administration and Management. She has joined the District Councillor's Office and participated in public policymaking. During her time partnering with the District Councillor, she implemented the Strategic Planning of environmental protection in South Horizons. Along with her interest in creative media, specializing in video and graphic design. Kylie came onboard with CarbonCare InnoLab in 2021, focusing on the Jockey Club SolarCare Programme. Her vision and mission are to make the influence through creative media in the aspect of Climate Action.


Kevin Li

Kevin Li
Researcher

Kevin Li has more than 20 years’ experiences working with development and environmental non-governmental organisations covering the issues of water, land, climate change and poverty reduction. He also experiences in taking different roles, ranging from research, grant-making, online communications to working with partner organisations on development projects in Asia region.

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Thierry Leung
Senior Social Worker (Programme Manager)

Thierry studied Bachelor of Social Work at Hong Kong Shue Yan University and is a registered social worker in Hong Kong. He has more than ten years of working experience in non-profit organizations, focusing on children and youth, and mental health. Later, he joined CarbonCare InnoLab and empowered local young people to speak up for Climate Change. He organised and coordinated the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) as a field trip programme for The 1st Climate Advocacy Training for Youth 2020.

Kwok Hiu Chung

Kwok Hiu Chung
Senior Programme Officer

Mr. Kwok Hiu Chung is the Senior Programme Officer of CarbonCare InnoLab.

Kylie Lai

Kylie Lai
Senior Programme Officer

Kylie majored in Public Administration and Management. She has joined the District Councillor's Office and participated in public policymaking. During her time partnering with the District Councillor, she implemented the Strategic Planning of environmental protection in South Horizons. Along with her interest in creative media, specializing in video and graphic design. Kylie came onboard with CarbonCare InnoLab in 2021, focusing on the Jockey Club SolarCare Programme. Her vision and mission are to make the influence through creative media in the aspect of Climate Action.

Kevin Li

Kevin Li
Researcher

Kevin Li has more than 20 years’ experiences working with development and environmental non-governmental organisations covering the issues of water, land, climate change and poverty reduction. He also experiences in taking different roles, ranging from research, grant-making, online communications to working with partner organisations on development projects in Asia region.

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