CEDD & Universities Co-Create Our Resilient Future: Nature-Based Solutions for Hong Kong’s World-Class University Town
On September 15, the HKUST Sustainability / Net-Zero Office was proud to host the Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD) for a vital university engagement session focused on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) experience sharing and design guidelines for the Northern Metropolis.
We were thrilled to bring together 50 passionate representatives from 8 local universities, leading built-environment NGOs, and the CEDD to dive deep into our shared climate challenges and map out tangible opportunities for strategic collaboration.
Why the Northern Metropolis Matters
Nature-based Solutions present an extraordinary opportunity for the upcoming Northern Metropolis. By prioritizing NbS, we can:
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Attract World-Class Talent: Create a beautiful, resilient, and world-class environment to work and study.
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Mitigate Climate Risks: Actively build long-term climate resilience directly into Hong Kong's urban fabric.
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Build the Campus of Tomorrow: Spanning 300 hectares, the designated University Town is both a massive opportunity and a profound social responsibility. It empowers universities—including HKUST’s upcoming School of Medicine—to co-create a best-in-class international educational hubset in a picturesque natural environment.
A huge thank you to the CEDD team, our fellow university colleagues, and our dedicated NGO partners who brought their energy, expertise, and passion to the table. Together, we are shaping a sustainable, resilient future for Hong Kong.
