Katy is a passionate advocate for sustainability and climate action, with a background in Geography and experience in advertising. Currently working in marketing and outreach at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Katy is also pursuing a Master’s degree in Environmental Science and Management at HKUST to deepen her expertise and pivot her career toward advancing sustainability initiatives in Hong Kong.

Katy is concerned about sustainable transport and climate resilience, particularly how urban infrastructure can promote low-carbon lifestyles. Katy joined CarbonCare InnoLab’s Climate Advocacy Training for Youth program and co-founded CyclePunk, an initiative aimed at improving cycling infrastructure in Hong Kong to encourage cycling as a viable and sustainable mode of transport.

With her background in advertising, Katy believes in the power of communication to drive climate action. She hopes to use her skills to bridge the gap between environmental professionals and the public and promote sustainable practices and policy. Katy is committed to contributing to Hong Kong’s transition toward a more resilient and sustainable future.

Karis works as a management associate at a Canadian insurance company, where she rotates across business functions to develop strategy, enhance customer experience, and lead the digital transformation of health underwriting. Her work reflects a growing passion on how insurance can support climate adaptation and resilience in vulnerable communities.

Karis pursued postgraduate in Sustainable Resources: Economics and Policy at UCL in London. Her academic focus includes renewable energy, with hands-on experience in onshore wind and solar power during her London internship. Her academic research explores converting corn waste into biofuel through circular agricultural ecosystems, aiming to create sustainable energy solutions for rural areas.

Karis strongly believes ‘young people are the driving force behind shaping our climate future’. As a member of CATY, she engages in community climate action and holds direct dialogues with policymakers, ensuring youth voices are heard in the policy-making process. Karis hopes to amplify the bold ideas and perspectives of her generation—so that young people are not only included in climate conversations but lead them.

Ivan currently works in a Chinese bank and is responsible for the firm’s climate risk management and sustainable financial product development primarily for corporate clients across Greater China.

Ivan believes that a robust energy transition roadmap would be key to tackling the root causes of climate change and promoting sustainable economic growth for future generations. Knowledge alone is not enough; to deepen his expertise in climate advocacy, Ivan participated in the Climate Advocacy Training for Youth program at CarbonCare InnoLab. Through this experience, he aims to further contribute to the progress of Hong Kong’s energy transition step by step and promote extensive discussions among youth about practical solutions for our energy future.

Ivan holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management and Technology from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He is an Associate Green Finance Professional of the Hong Kong Institute of Bankers, and a certificate holder in CFA Institute Sustainable Investing and GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk.

Sharon is an urban planning and sustainability professional with multidisciplinary experience across the United Nations, private, and public sectors. A passionate advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG #11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and #13 (Climate Action), she aspires to shape livable, sustainable, and climate-resilient cities, believing that sustainable urban design and planning are crucial first steps. She is especially interested in leveraging urban blue and green spaces as nature-based solutions for climate change and has led initiatives in adaptive urban park planning and design to enhance climate adaptation and urban resilience. Committed to youth and community empowerment, Sharon believes that harnessing youth potential can catalyse positive change. She holds a Master of Science in Urban Planning and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management and Technology.

Nicole is a final-year student at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, majoring in Environmental Management and Technology with a minor in Environmental Science. She has worked as an undergraduate research assistant on projects related to transition activities and carbon pricing, ecosystem services assessment, ecotourism, and adaptation finance. She is a GARP SCR® holder, has interned in the ESG risk department of a bank and as a consultant at an NGO, and has won multiple sustainability-related case competitions.

Nicole was a delegate at COP29 and is an advocate for adaptation, climate justice, and the climate–nature nexus. Her current focus is on policy and reporting frameworks for climate and nature from a top-down perspective, while she also enjoys engaging in community-led adaptation initiatives as a member of the Community Climate Resilience Concern Group. Certified as a Climate Fresk facilitator during her exchange in Sweden, she is passionate about educating others on climate issues, believing that "it's not the Earth that has to be saved—it's us." She also views the fight against climate change as a “marathon of marathons,” but one that is unquestionably worth pursuing.

Sabrina is a recent law graduate from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (PCLL & LLB) and King’s College London (LLM) integrated master’s programme specializing in transnational law. She has a keen interest in climate change litigation and has been engaging in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) work since her undergraduate years.

After graduation, Sabrina presented her research findings on the emerging trends in environmental litigation of Belt and Road Initiative participating states in an international conference. She has also gained valuable experiences through internships at law firms, NGOs and businesses, and is passionate to further explore issues at the intersections of legal, commercial and ESG policy.

Apart from professional and academic work, she manages the policy team of a local youth-led environmental organization (NESS), centering on building skill sets and raising students’ awareness of the emerging green job market.

Karly is passionate about environmental education and social equity. With a degree in Environmental Science, she has extensive volunteer experience, collaborating with NGOs to raise climate awareness and promote sustainable practices for children and youth. Each year, she also volunteers in teaching programmes for underprivileged children in China, addressing issues of poverty and educational inequality. She joined CarbonCare InnoLab in 2024, where she focuses on the Climate Advocacy Training for Youth (CATY) programme, supporting youths in developing their climate advocacy initiatives.

She is an UNFCCC COP Observer representing CarbonCare InnoLab and programme owner of CATY (Climate Advocacy Training for Youth) organised by CarbonCare InnoLab, incubating youth in international climate affairs. She taught 3 cohorts since 2023, trained hundreds of students in international climate affairs. Incubated and led about 20 UNFCCC COP youth delegates to COPs focusing on global climate policy making process. She is also the guest lecturer in universities in Hong Kong, instructed climate-related courses at University of Hong Kong (HKU), The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) etc. Delivered over 50 educational sessions across Hong Kong institutions since 2022, including universities, secondary schools, primary schools, and special-needs schools. Teaching modules: Political Philosophy, Public Policy Making, Climate Governance etc. Kylie has also been working in the SolarCare Programme of CarbonCare InnoLab, which aims to drive the energy just transition in Hong Kong. Her focus is on facilitating connections between NGOs, officials, and the community to install Solar PV systems and implement climate education programs throughout Hong Kong.

She currently serves as a member of the UNFCCC Women and Gender Constituency (WGC) and represents the YOUNGO Women and Gender Working Group at COP29, actively contributing to strategic planning initiatives aimed at empowering women and fostering global climate solutions. Her role involves participating in the negotiation process as an NGO observer during UNFCCC COPs on behalf of WGC and YOUNGO. She contributes to the responsibilities of the Constituencies by achieving climate justice through the intersectionality of gender diversity.

In her climate action endeavours, she prioritises key areas such as energy just transition, climate justice, and youth empowerment with women and gender lenses. Kylie majored in Political Philosophy and Public Administration Management.