BEAM Society Limited Supports coming CPD Seminar: Sustainability and Carbon Neutrality: Let Us Embrace Innovative Eco-Shorelines!

BSL is proud to support this timely CPD seminar organised by The Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA) Urban Design, Planning and Sustainability Committee (UDPSC).

In the face of accelerating climate change, eco-shorelines and underwater habitats offer powerful, nature-based solutions. These innovative approaches not only enhance marine biodiversity and ecosystem services but also deliver vital benefits such as natural storm surge protection, carbon sequestration, and greater coastal resilience. By embedding ecological principles into coastal infrastructure design and engineering, professionals can help build more sustainable, adaptive, and harmonious urban environments in Hong Kong and beyond.

This seminar brings together leading experts to share evidence-based insights and practical strategies for eco-engineering shorelines. It aligns closely with BEAM Society's mission to advance sustainable built environments through assessment tools like BEAM Plus, promoting integration of ecological and resilience considerations in development projects.

Key Speakers

• Prof. Kenneth Leung, BBS, JP Chair Professor, Associate Dean of Science Director, State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Health, City University of Hong Kong Deputy Chairman, Advisory Council on the Environment, HKSAR

Presentation: Eco-engineering of artificial shorelines can boost marine biodiversity and ecosystem functions

• Ir. CHENG Nga-see Ellen Deputy Project Manager, South Development and Sustainable Lantau Office Civil Engineering and Development Department

Presentation: Eco-Shoreline in Hong Kong: Crafting a Home for biodiversity

Host & Moderator  

Ar. Prof. Ada FUNG, BBS
Past President, HKIA
Member, Advisory Council on the Environment, HKSAR

Ar. Yvonne IEONG
Member, UDPSC, HKIA

Who Should Attend? Engineers, architects, planners, environmental consultants, policymakers, and sustainability professionals keen to explore practical methods for incorporating ecological context into coastal and marine-related infrastructure projects.

Registration

• In-person attendance: Register here
• Zoom participation: Register here

Early registration is recommended due to limited places. Check out the PDF for more details. 

This seminar represents an excellent opportunity to deepen understanding of innovative, low-impact coastal solutions that support carbon neutrality goals and long-term environmental resilience—values at the heart of BEAM Society's work in promoting green building and sustainable development in Hong Kong. We look forward to your participation in advancing nature-positive infrastructure!