20th Eco Expo Asia Showcases Green Technologies Driving Carbon Neutrality Goals

The 20th Eco Expo Asia opened today at AsiaWorld-Expo, gathering approximately 340 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions for a four-day event focused on advancing carbon neutrality through innovative green technologies. Jointly organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, with co-organization by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, the expo aligns with recent policy directions emphasizing green technology adoption and low-carbon living environments.

HKTDC Executive Director Sophia Chong emphasized the expo's significance, stating that the 20th edition underscores their commitment to sustainability and mission to develop ecosystems driving innovation and collaboration for green agendas. Under the theme 'Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality,' the event provides critical opportunities for the green industry to advance net-zero goals. Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin-wan highlighted Hong Kong's unique position as an international 'super connector' within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, bringing together talent, technology, and capital to scale green innovation.

The expo features three key technological areas responding to policy priorities: Circular Economy and Waste Management, Green & Smart Mobility, and ESG-related Services. In circular economy innovations, Green AI Technology Limited displays AI-powered smart sorting bins with real-time waste identification at www.ecoexpoasia.com, while Dynagreen Environmental Protection Group showcases comprehensive waste treatment projects supporting sustainable urban development. The mobility sector features SANY Turbo Fly Machine Limited's mobile charging stations capable of charging two electric trucks simultaneously and CIMC Enric's hydrogen and green methanol technology solutions for transportation and storage.

ESG services receive significant attention with Llewellyn and Partners Company Limited presenting AutoTwin, an AI-powered construction management platform reducing operating costs and carbon emissions. XSIM AI Canada Inc. demonstrates AI-driven systems for wastewater and industrial facilities that can reduce carbon emissions by up to 30% while lowering operational costs. Research institutions play a crucial role, with The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Lingnan University, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University Jinjiang Technology and Innovation Research Institute showcasing academic innovations.

The expo actively supports international expansion for green businesses through tomorrow's 'Experience Sharing Forum on Promoting Environmental Business in Overseas Markets.' Government officials and representatives from Belt and Road countries will share local market development strategies, while the event attracts buyers from Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Hungary, and Poland. The ANSO Environmental Technology Industry Alliance, led by the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and Road Regions, makes its debut with 11 mainland enterprises showcasing water resources and atmospheric environment technologies.

Concurrent events include the Eco Asia Conference, featuring government sessions with officials from China, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines discussing environmental policies. The conference addresses critical sectors with sessions on 'Building a Sustainable Future: Gearing Towards a Net-Zero Built Environment' and 'Green & Smart Mobility - Envisioning the Future of Transportation.' Additional highlights include the 6th Hydrogen Economy Forum, where Under Secretary for Environment and Ecology Diane Wong will deliver a keynote address, and the FHKI Q-Mark Low Carbon Restaurant Award 2025 recognizing sustainable food service practices.

On October 31, the expo opens to the public free of charge, encouraging community engagement through seminars on extreme weather by Hong Kong Observatory Chief Experimental Officer Man Yee Chan, Ocean Park presentations on wildlife protection, environmental workshops, and eco-friendly product purchases at the Green Mart. The event's public accessibility demonstrates the growing importance of collective action in environmental sustainability, while the concentration of international exhibitors and buyers underscores the global nature of green technology markets and Hong Kong's strategic role in facilitating cross-border environmental collaboration.