SolarCare - SolarVisit
Past Event
2020-07-25
Live Streaming Solar Visit- Shek Pik Reservoir Virtual Tour
A virtual Solar Visit was held on 25 July under The Jockey Club SolarCare Programme. By the virtual tour at Shek Pik Reservoir, participants got the chance to view and understand the solar energy system with floating panels through their own devices.
With the launch of online conferencing application and Facebook Live, the CarbonCare InnoLab guided more than 60 participants to explore the solar system at Shek Pik Reservoir. With the presentation by Mr. Clement Leung, the previous head of the Mechanical and Electrical (Projects) Division in Water Supplies Department, the group had the opportunity to visit the restricted areas and to closely observe the space-saving solar energy system with floating panels. The presentation was absolutely holistic covering the advantages and global development trend of solar system, as well as the positive impacts to the ecosystem. Apart from these general information, speaker also illustrated the designs and technical features of Shek Pik and Plover Cove Reservoirs. With an ending of his sharing on the possibility of full application at all Hong Kong Reservoirs, participants did possess a knowledgeable and fruitful tour. To conclude, it is essential in mitigating climate change by replacing coal-fired power with solar energy system. Meanwhile, floating solar panels can slow down the evaporation of water reserve and control the growth of algae. Hence protecting the water resources in a more comprehensive way and further contributing on carbon reduction.
Participants were enthusiastically involved during the Q&A session. The range of questions raised was definitely wide and impressive. There were questions related to protection of the ecosystem, operations and maintenance of the floating panels, cost effectiveness of the solar system, etc. We even received creative questions like the feasibility of building the solar system on the sea. Speaker explained in details about the erosiveness of sea water, the ever-changing environment at the sea and the application of solar panel in salt water. Though there is not yet any application of solar system at the sea but it’s very much a looking forward sign that the world is working extremely hard to explore the possibilities. Upon the thorough and professional discussion among all, participants understood that renewable energy can certainly yield a more sustainable future. Let’s work hands in hands together to mitigate climate change for the planet in the long run.
CarbonCare InnoLab continuously holds different Solar Visits, targeting to build the path for the community to enter the world of sustainable energy. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page for future event releases.