Group 1: Carbon Reduction Initiatives - The Hong Kong government is actively promoting carbon reduction and green transformation, with a goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, contributing to the national "dual carbon" target [1][3] - Hong Kong's carbon emissions have decreased by approximately 25% from their peak [1] - The "Waste Not" campaign encourages the public to reduce food waste, with around 33 tons of edible food being recovered weekly by local organizations [3] Group 2: Food Waste Recycling - The "Waste Not" initiative has been in place for years, guiding the public to think twice before wasting food, with 30% of urban solid waste being food waste [3] - Since its establishment in 2011, the "Waste Not" organization has recovered over 16,000 tons of safe-to-eat food [3] - A recent creative cooking competition showcased innovative recipes that utilize leftover ingredients, promoting the concept of "zero waste" [2] Group 3: Energy Efficiency in Buildings - The Hong Kong government has signed the "Energy Saving Charter 2025," committing to maintain average indoor temperatures between 24 to 26 degrees Celsius during summer months [5] - Over 3,400 venues have participated in the "Energy Saving Charter 2025," which aims to reduce energy consumption in commercial buildings [5] - The government is considering the application of cooling coatings developed by local tech companies to improve energy efficiency in buildings [6] Group 4: Plastic Waste Management - The Hong Kong government is addressing the challenge of plastic waste by promoting the recycling of discarded plastics into high-value products, such as acoustic materials [7] - The "Low Carbon Green Research Fund" has supported 33 research projects with a total funding of approximately HKD 147 million [8] - The government aims to assist companies in developing green technology projects and transforming research outcomes into commercially viable products [9]