CarbonCare Innolab

12:45

Registration

Network of Environmental Student Societies (NESS)

With climate change impacts roaming worldwide, it is crucial to implement suitable and appropriate climate adaptation measures that deliver equitable functions to various communities in society, including underprivileged communities.

With that, this workshop aims to explore the wide range of climate impacts and risks faced by various regions around the globe, highlight the importance of inclusion in climate adaptation planning with the presence of different stakeholders, and encourage participants to critically think and make informed decisions/compromises in a climate scenario and group formats.

The workshop will feature an intro lecture on climate risk and adaptation, followed by an interactive break-out group activities that focus on stakeholder roleplay and climate scenarios with various geographical profiles and problem statements.

Each group will be assigned a region (provided with a profile detailing its weather and climate and demographics) and a climate scenario (e.g., in 2035,a supertyphoon happening…), and each team member will be playing a character (stakeholder with various profiles detailing their roles and interests). With the material given, each group will have to discuss within itself to decide which adaptation solutions are the most suitable, effective and inclusive.

HealingParks

This tour aims to boost awareness between citizens about the potentials of urban parks as a nature-based solution to climate adaptation and resilience in communities. The functions of parks in public perception are often undermined. For example, they may only be used for pass-by or leisure, but not for disaster reduction such as preventing flooding. As green spaces, they provide vital ecosystem services such as improving air quality, managing stormwater and supporting biodiversity.

Through this guided tour, participants not only can reimagine the importance and functions of parks, they can also share these bite-sized, easy-to-follow information to others in their communities to boost overall social awareness about adaptation and nature-based solutions. Through engaging discussions and hand-on activities, participants can also explore how these spaces can be designed and maintained to mitigate climate effects and adapt to changing environmental conditions.

CarbonCare InnoLab

Step into a future shaped by sustainable development in this immersive hour-long scenario game. Guided by a skilled CCIL facilitator, participants will be plunged into a challenging situation demanding quick thinking and collaborative decision-making. Experience firsthand how each choice ripples through the unfolding crisis, leading to distinct and often unexpected outcomes.

Can your group address escalating climate threats and maintain economic growth under resource constraints? Working within your given circumstances, you'll need to prioritise, negotiate, and innovate to safeguard your community. This powerful experience aims to illuminate the complexities of climate actions and empower everyone to envision and contribute to building resilient solutions in the face of a changing world.

Generation Climate Hong Kong (GenC)

This workshop immerses participants in the roles of various stakeholders in Hong Kong society, tasked with debating and voting on urban development issues. Through 2 rounds of discussions and voting, participants will explore the complexities of climate resilience, social equity, and sustainability. Their decisions will collectively shape shape the future of the city, impacting its climate resilience, economy, and social well-being. Results will be revealed at the end of the workshop.

Climate Solutions Labs

This workshop immerses participants in the roles of various stakeholders in Hong Kong society, tasked with debating and voting on urban development issues. Through 2 rounds of discussions and voting, participants will explore the complexities of climate resilience, social equity, and sustainability. Their decisions will collectively shape shape the future of the city, impacting its climate resilience, economy, and social well-being. Results will be revealed at the end of the workshop.

CyclePunk

A dynamic panel discussion is underway in Hong Kong, Kowloon, where a cycling advocacy group champions the adoption of a low-carbon lifestyle. Experts and enthusiasts are passionately exploring how cycling can revolutionize urban living, reduce emissions, enhance well-being, and foster community. The conversation is vibrant, offering practical insights and inspiring stories to encourage a greener, bike-friendly future in Hong Kong and beyond.