Business Environment Council Limited (“BEC”) held a 30th anniversary celebration on November 9th to celebrate the organization’s 30 years of environmental excellence. Nearly 200 government officials, business leaders, experts, BEC members, partners and staff came together to celebrate his 30th anniversary of the BEC by recognizing its past achievements and embracing the exciting opportunities ahead. I witnessed a milestone.
BEC was honored to welcome Ms. Diane Wong, Under Secretary for Environment and Ecology, as the guest of honor at the ceremony. Miss Wong pointed out that the government has set four major decarbonization strategies, namely net-zero power generation, energy conservation and green building, and green transportation and waste reduction, to lead Hong Kong to carbon neutrality. . she said: Her BEC’s active role as a bridge between business and government on environmental issues has contributed in no small way to preparing businesses and communities to adopt and adopt waste reduction and recycling practices. “
In his opening remarks at the ceremony, BEC Chairman Kevin O’Brien thanked all stakeholders, both external and internal to BEC, for their contributions to the success of BEC, and congratulated BEC on its achievements over the past 30 years. emphasized. “BEC, a pioneer in environmental excellence in Hong Kong, has spent the past 30 years researching green building, waste management, ESG, decarbonization and other key aspects to create a livable and sustainable world. For 30 years, BEC has led by example and turned words into action.
O’Brien added, “We are delighted to have the opportunity to grow with BEC to advance the city’s environmental excellence and contribute to the transition to a net-zero economy.”
In his closing remarks, Mr Simon Ng, Chief Executive Officer of BEC, emphasized that BEC is committed to revitalizing its business ambitions towards achieving Net Zero Hong Kong. “With a vision to lead, enable and drive the transformation of the business community towards a green, livable and sustainable Hong Kong, BEC has a broad membership base of over 230 and like-minded individuals. We provide an excellent platform for all companies and organizations, departments to join hands and co-create a sustainable future,” said Ng.
Reaching the important milestone of its 30th anniversary, BEC has organized a series of celebratory initiatives, including the launch of the “BEC 30th Anniversary Video Series” starting in early 2022, making the BEC 30th Anniversary Celebration an important part of the year-round celebration. held as a highlight. Each guest attending the ceremony received a limited edition “BEC 30th Anniversary Booklet” featuring BEC milestones, interesting stories and congratulatory messages from key stakeholders. For more information on BEC’s other celebration initiatives for his 30th anniversary, please visit the BEC website: www.bec.org.hk
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The Business Environment Council (“BEC”) is an independent charitable membership organization established by the Hong Kong business sector. Since its founding in 1992, BEC has promoted environmental excellence by advocating for the adoption of clean technologies and practices that reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility. We are at the forefront of promoting sexuality. By providing sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, evaluation, training and award programs for governments, businesses and communities, BEC enables environmental protection and the transition to a net-zero economy. contributes to
Vision of BEC
To lead, enable and drive the business community to make Hong Kong green, livable and sustainable.
Mission of BEC
To revitalize Hong Kong’s environmental excellence and business activities towards net zero by connecting governments, businesses and communities through thought leadership, innovative solutions, policy advocacy, strategic partnerships, advisory services and environmental education. .