[Conference] BEC EnviroSeries Conference Nov 2024: Safeguarding the Future of Our Climate and Ecosystems: Aligning Hong Kong's Actions with UN Biodiversity and Climate Change Conferences

About:

Climate change and biodiversity are inherently interconnected. As the UN Convention on Biological Diversity clearly points out, continued climate change is leading to loss of species and having predominantly adverse and often irreversible impacts on many ecosystems and their services. Yet, healthy ecosystems are essential in stabilising the global carbon cycle and tackling climate change in both mitigation and adaptation aspects. Experts and scientists are calling for a more coherent approach in safeguarding the future of our climate and ecosystems.

The 16th United Nations Biodiversity Conference (“COP16”) took place in Columbia in October 2024, whereas the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (“COP29”) is scheduled in mid-November at Baku, Azerbaijan, one week after the closing of COP16.

Governments will be tasked during COP16 to review the progress made in implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (also known as “the Biodiversity Plan”) and the alignment of their National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (“NBSAPs”) to the Biodiversity Plan. With the adoption of the Biodiversity Plan, businesses are expected with more contribution, especially through Target 15 - Businesses Assess, Disclose and Reduce Biodiversity-Related Risks and Negative Impacts. On climate change, countries are expected to review and update their nationally determined contributions (“NDCs”, i.e. national climate commitments) by 2025 before COP30 in Brazil. COP29 paves the platform for governments to negotiate agreements and solicit supports necessary for more ambitious NDCs. Major agendas include discussion on new financing targets, regulation on carbon markets, and mainstreaming adaptation.

By marrying the two COPs, this BEC EnviroSeries Conference features the following objectives:
  • Understanding the importance of jointly protecting our climate and ecosystems;
  • Sharing latest negotiations and observations from COP16 and COP29; and
  • Aligning government and corporate ambitions in Hong Kong on the climate and nature agendas

Registration Fee

Online Pass:
Free of charge

In-person Pass:
Non-BEC Member: HK$900 per head

Discount for BEC Member:

BEC Council Member (20%): HK$720 per head
BEC Corporate Member (15%): HK$765 per head
BEC General Member (10%): HK$810 per head
BEC Affiliate Member (10%): HK$810 per head

Group Discount (3 or more participants registered at the same time):
BEC Member: HK$540 per head (40% discount)
Non-BEC Member: HK$630 per head (30% discount)
**Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts.

In-person Pass Includes:
  • Access to all sessions and online sessions throughout the day
  • Networking opportunities with industry professionals
  • Lunch provided


For enquiries, please contact us at event@bec.org.hk or 2784 3958.

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Chinachem Group Sustainability Conference 2024

Description:
The highly anticipated Chinachem Group Sustainability Conference is now open for registration! Co-organised by Business Environment Council (BEC) and Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC), the Conference will explore holistic solutions to tackle the interconnected challenges of (1) climate change, (2) sustainable financing, and (3) impact investment, under the overarching theme of “Integrating Sustainability Solutions towards a Resilient Future”.

Building on the success of attracting over 2,600 attendees last year, the upcoming Conference promises to be even more impactful, featuring a distinguished roster of speakers.

Details:
Date: 7 November 2024 (Thursday)
Time: Morning Session: 9:30am - 12:40pm (Registration starts at 9:00am)
Afternoon Session: 2:00pm - 5:00pm (Registration starts at 1:30pm)
Format: Hybrid
Venue: Nina Ballroom, 7/F, Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West, 8 Yeung Uk Rd, Tsuen Wan | Online
Language: English (with simultaneous interpretation to Cantonese & Mandarin; Cantonese sign-language interpretation)
Registration Fee: Free of charge (pre-registration required)
CPD Hours: 5 hours (2.5 hours for each morning and afternoon session)
Conference Website: https://www.chinachemgroup.com/en/sustainability/sustainability-conference/sustainability-conference-2024/
Reasons to Join Us at the Conference:

Networking Opportunities

Connect with industry leaders and overseas speakers in-person and engage in valuable conversations. Networking refreshment is provided.

Booth Display

Explore ESG-related booths showcasing the latest trends and innovations. Earn CCG Hearts points by visiting these booths.

Special F&B Offers

Present your conference name badge or registration confirmation to enjoy exclusive discounts at Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West on the Conference day:

Café Circles (9/F)
  • 20% off lunch and dinner buffets
  • 15% off à la carte menus for lunch and dinner
  • Special express set lunch at HK$198 + 10% service charge (Not eligible for additional discounts)

Nina Patisserie (G/F):
  • 10% off the F&B menu

Special Accommodation Offer

Present your conference name badge or registration confirmation to enjoy exclusive discounts at Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West:

Book a special room night package at Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West via this link. (Limited availability; valid through 31 October 2024)

Contact Details
For enquiries, please contact

Programme
Ms Maggie Lam (maggielam@bec.org.hk / 2784 3939)
Mr Tuba Lee (tubalee@chinachemgroup.com / 2500 7142)

Registration
Ms Kat Luen (enquiry_ccg@amega-pro.com / 6671 9969)

CPD Hour
Ms Jill Chow (jill@bec.org.hk / 2784 3942)

Joint Seminar CIPE/HKIE(FE)/IFE - Fire Services & Plumbing Systems 2024/25

Main Theme:
Discuss & Share the Engineering knowledge on Fire Services and Plumbing Provisions of Large Soprts Facilities

Targeted Participants:
Members of CIPHE / HKIE / IFE and others in the industry

Programme Highlights:
A mega-scale world class sports hub will be lunched in Hong Kong soon, in view of this unique development and design, we would like to share the engineering experience on such kind of project, especially on the life safety planning and water supply systems, how to maintain reliable and efficient operation.

Speakers:
Topic 1 - Speaker: Ir Anny IP
Fire Safety Design Challenges and Solutions of Large Stadium
Topic 2 - Speaker: Ir Ben YUEN
Reliability Planning to Water Supplies for FS Systems and Plumbing System for Large Scale Development

No. of Participants:
260 nos. (Registration is on first-come, first-served basis)
40 nos. for Student members

Languages:
Cantonese with English PowerPoint Presentation (no material will be distributed)

Registration Fee per Person: *Early Bird (18th Oct, 2024 Before) Standard
Non-Member of CIPHE / HKIE / IFE HK$120 HK$160
Member of CIPHE / HKIE / IFE Free of Charge

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - Technical Visit: Strategy on Water Loss Management and Field Demonstration of Leak Detection

Assembly:
1:45pm at Kowloon Tong Rail Station / 2:10pm at Tsing Yi MTR Station
(Assembly time and late join will not be entertained)

Venue:
"Q-Leak" Leak Detection Training Ground

Programme Highlights:
Q-Leak, the underground water mains leak detection training center, was constructed by Water Supplies Department (WSD) and opened on 26 July 2021 to provide better facilities for strengthening the industry with training and research capabilities on leak detection.

The WSD envisages Q-Leak to serve as a teaching and research cooperation platform amongst the department, the trade and post-secondary education institutions in Hong Kong in the field of water mains leak detection, with a view to elevating Hong Kong's leak detection technical level and excellence and contributing to the management of precious water resources of the territory. Please join us for a visit to “Q-Leak”, where representatives from Water Supplies Department (WSD) will show you the Methods & Technologies for effectiveness of leak detection, as well as field demonstration to enable the implementation of risk-based improvement works for water mains.

Registration Fee (per person):
HK$80 (Member of CIPHE, with CPD certificate and transportation)

Payment Method:
Deposited to “The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited”
Account No. 143-126217-001.
(Please email bank receipt/ transaction record with email title as “Registration to CPD event: Technical Visit: Strategy on Water Loss Management and Field Demonstration of Leak Detection” to CIPHE-HKB via info@ciphe.org.hk.

Deadline of application:
noon on 4 November 2024 (Monday)

Hong Kong Green Building Week 2024

Hong Kong, 14 August 2024 - Co-organised by the Construction Industry Council (CIC) and the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC), Hong Kong Green Building Week (HKGBW) 2024 will be held from 21 to 29 September. At the threshold of its twelve edition, the annual mega public campaign has gone a long way in education the public on the importance and benefits of green building. Under the theme of “Move Forward with Green Building, Next Station: Carbon Neutrality.”, the 2024 instalment of the campaign invites all walks of life in the city to hop on the “Grenn Building Express” where a slew of fascinating activities is in store to forge ahead with decarbonisation. One of the highlights is the first Green Building Exploration Fair, featuring six fun-drenched interactive zones to introduce various innovative green building technologies to the public. In addition, there will be a creative green workshop series that aims to help the public understand green building in an interesting way. The Exploration Fair seeks to demonstrate how the innovative technologies can be incorporated into green building to reduce carbon emissions throughout its life cycle, from planning and construction to operation and retrofitting. Also making a captivating debut is the Green Transport X Building Tour, taking participants on a journey on tram to explore ten green buildings on the Island side under the guidance of our “Green Building Tour Ambassadors”. Meanwhile, the Green Building Guided Tour cultivates in the public mind to the message of low-carbon living through guided tours and workshops. Be part of the green gala and register for any of these fantastic activities on the online ticketing platform POPTICKET! Let’s hop on the “Green Building Express” towards carbon neutrality by 2050!

Joint Comprehensive Certificate Course on Sustainable Plumbing and Drainage System 2024

Programme Highlights:
The course is designed to broaden knowledge of engineers in relation to Plumbing & Drainage Systems and is useful for young engineers and practitioners who want to refresh / acquire knowledge in the design, installation and maintenance of these systems. All Guest Speakers, who are experienced / professional engineers / officers from Government, University, Consultants, Manufacturers, Contractors and Properties / Facilities Management etc., will present you with some practical knowledge and experience sharing.

Language:
Cantonese with English Terminology

Fee:
Per session of any topic For Members of the Organizers & Supporting Organizations For Non-members of the Organizers & Supporting Organizations For Fulltime Teriary Student (with limited quota)
Fee Early Bird before 15 Aug 2024 Fee Early Bird before 15 Aug 2024 Fee
$300 $270 $320 $300 $100
Full course of 12 sessions $2,880 $2,600 $3,500 $3,240 $1,000


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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Webinar - Plumbing and Drainage system Design in Isolated Locations without Utilities

Programme Highlights:
Hong Kong is a well-developed place with one of the most reliability and wide coverage of infra-structural provisions throughout the City, including water supply, drainage disposal, gas, power, tel-com and etc. We can find easily on having utilities availability when doing a new development design and planning. Even the location is offset from urban area, utilities is always not a matter or difficulty to most of new building development.
However, in some really remote / suburb location or other region of the World, there is without completed or insufficient town planning; the developer / owner needs to take care on how to have clean potable water supply, sewage disposal and catchment of rainfall, etc., which many engineers / construction parties in HK general projects may not have change to think about it.
This seminar will share some experience on such kind of projects and can reflect how’s our HK utilities planning and coverage of regulations on waterwork / drainage can help our City development and become one of the leading City in the World. The content will be including:
  • Understand of Project / Development
    • Site Location / Nature of Development
    • Required Demand / Consumption and Discharge Rate
    • Availability / Demand on Existing Utilities & Plant Allocation
  • Code Compliance
  • Selection of Water Supply Sources and Water Treatment methodology
  • Design of Drainage Disposal System and Treatment Process Before Discharge


Speakers:
Ir. Ben YUEN (Deputy Technical Chair of CIPHE / Director of WSP)

Ir. Ben Yuen is now working in a Building Services Consultant firm WSP (Asia) Ltd in a title of Technical Director, he is having over 25-year experience in the Building Services industry and he is an expertise in the field of system design for Plumbing and Drainage Installations, swimming pool and other hydraulic system and project coordination. His project experience is covering the regions of Hong Kong, Macau, Mainland China and oversea, and also including all type of commercial, residential, hospital and institutional development. Ben hopes to share his practical experience on plumbing / drainage design keep the industry in motivation for onward improvement. No. of Participants:
300 (Registration is on first come first reserved basis)

Language:
Cantonese with English Terminology (No material will be distributed and Q&A session in English & Chinese)

Fee (per person):
Free (Members of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
HK$50 (Non-Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
HK$100 (Member/ Non-Member of CIPHE, with CPD certificate); or
HK$150 (Apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department)

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Training Course on Energy Audit for Building Energy Efficiency

Course Objectives:
The main purpose of this course is to provide the participants with the fundamental principles, skills and guidelines needed to carry out effective energy audits in accordance with the Buildings Energy Efficiency Ordinance. After taking the course, the participants would appreciate the approach to identify energy saving measures and perform quantitative analysis to predict the energy savings, environmental and economic benefits. Moreover, the participants should be able to measure and verify the performance of implemented energy saving measures.

Key Speakers:
  • Ir Gary Chiang,Past Chairman, Energy Institute Hong Kong / Principal Manager – Business Development & Support , CLP Power Hong Kong Limited
  • Ir Dr Edward Lo, Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
  • Ir Prof. Michael KH Leung, Associate Provost (Academic Affairs), City University of Hong Kong
  • Ir Dr TM Chung, Past Chairman, CIE (Hong Kong) / Past Chair, CIBSE Hong Kong Region
  • Ir Dr Albert So, Director, Asian Institute of Built Environment


Medium of Instruction:
English / Cantonese (TBC)

Target:
Practicing engineers, energy managers, energy auditors, environmental officers, building services managers, plant managers, etc.

Course Fee:
HK$2,800 per person (Members of EI)
HK$3,000 per person (Members of Supporting Organisations) (including training materials)
HK$3,500 per person (Non-members)

Registration:
Please register via online system: https://bit.ly/ea18 (copy this link and paste it into the browser if it cannot be linked directly) for seat reservation.

We will advise you of the payment details after receiving your registration.

(Note: Enrolment will only be confirmed upon receipt of course fee.)

Registration Deadline:
1 August 2024 (Thu)

CPD:
  • CPD certificate will be issued to all participants by the Organiser.
  • 9 CPD hours can be claimed by RCx Practitioner / RCx Professional for HKGBC RCx Training and Registration Scheme.

Enquiry:
Course Secretariat Tel:2967 8855 Email: events@agchk.com
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Technical Conference 2024 Decarbonization Challenge for the Built Environment

Main Theme:
Decarbonization strategies, progress and next-generation retro-commissioning

Targeted Participants:
Professionals and practitioners on design, contracting, operations and facility management, academia and policy makers.

Official Language of the Conference:
English

Fee:
Early Bird* Standard* Full-time Student#
Member of ASHRAE HK Chapter, CIPHE HK Branch or Supporting Organization^ HK$1,300 HK$1,500 HK$400
Non-Member HK$1,500 HK$1,700
Remarks: * Fee includes proceedings, tea breaks and lunch
# Student package includes proceddings and tea breaks only
  • Application will only be confirmed with payment, on a first-come-first-served basis.
  • No refundable but substitute delegate is allowed.
  • An official e-receipt will be issued by email to registrant only upon payment.
  • 6-hour e-CPD certificate will be provided upon completing the event within 21 days after the date of the event.
Registration:
For online registrtion, please complete enrolment form in the following link:
https://forms.gle/HMhveMFbBXYGieNV7
Please ensure to read thruogh the Remrks stated in the Enrolment Form before registration.
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Course - An Introduction on Smart Plumbing Systems 2024

Main Theme:
To Introduce and/or Strengthen:
Latest statutory requirements, and the design and installation of smart plumbing systems

Targeted Participants:
Waterworks Engineers, Drainage System Designers, Building Services Engineers, All Relevant Stakeholders and Engineers.

Programme Highlights:
An Introduction on Smart Plumbing Systems – Smart solutions and new technologies are growing rapidly in the industry. We wish to introduce to all stakeholders regarding the design and installation of smart plumbing system as well as latest statutory requirements update.

  • 1st Seminar on 2 February 2024 (Friday): Topic 1 & 2
  • 2nd Seminar on 5 February 2024 (Monday): Topic 3 & 4
Speakers:
Topic 1 – Update on Technical Requirements by WSD
Speaker: Ir PC HO, Senior Engineering Manager, BYME Engineering (HK) Limited

Topic 2 – Automatic Meter Reading System (AMR)
Speaker: Mr. CS Lau, Director, J & J Network Engineering Company Limited

Topic 3 – Plumbing Installation in Construction Stage
Speaker: Mr. PM Cheung, Director, Ridgid Plumbing Limited

Topic 4 – Smart Water Technology
Speaker: Ir Ben Yuen, Technical Director, WSP (Asia) Limited

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Technical Conference 2024 - Advanced Technologies in Water Engineering

Language:
English

Conference Theme:
This conference provides the latest information of advanced innovative technologies in water engineering related to HVAC, water use and management as well as sustainability.

Engineers with the above mentioned expertise will share their best knowledges with the aims of achieving carbon neutrality.

Enquiry:
For enquiry, please contact the Secretariat Ms. Coty SIU at (852) 2417 0091, Email at info@ciphe.org.hk or Fax to (852) 2417 9719.

Notes:
  1. The committee reserves the right to modify the content / date of the conference, or to cancel the conference.
  2. The conference will be cancelled when the typhoon signal No.8 or above, or black storm warning is hoisted 3 hours before commencement of the conference.
  3. E-receipt will be sent to registrant by email only upon payment.

Fee:
Application Early Bird Standard
Member of ASHRAE HK Chapter, CIPHE HK Branch or Supporting Organization^ HK$800* HK$900
Non-Member^ HK$1,000* HK$1,100
*Early Bird rate is only valid if payment received on or before 15 February 2024.
** Seating capacity is limited and will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
^ Lunch is NOT included.
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Design and Technical Requirements of Hot Water System

Programme Highlights:
Most of the energy consumed in plumbing and water supply system is not only pumps and transfer, but also various kind of energy to maintain water temperature, especially hot water system, for hotel accommodation, residential, institutional, public buildings and etc.
In this seminar, should like to share with professional in the industry on the hot water system, especially:
  • Centralized hot water system Planning and design considerations
  • Operation theory and principle
  • System components and their application
  • Sustainability design feature to enhance efficiency
  • Safety consideration


Speaker:
Ir Ben YUEN (Technical Advisory of CIPHE / Technical Director of WSP)
Ir Ben Yuen is now working in a Building Services Consultant firm WSP (Asia) Ltd in a title of Technical Director. He has over 25-year experience in the Building Services industry and he is an expertise in the field of system design for Plumbing and Drainage Installations, swimming pool and other hydraulic system and project coordination. His project experience covered the regions of Hong Kong, Macau, Mainland China and oversea, and also include all type of commercial, residential, hospital and institutional development. Ben hopes to share his practical experience on plumbing design and keep the industry in motivation for onward improvement.

No. of Participants:
300 (Registration is on first come first reserved basis)

Language :
Cantonese with English Terminology

Fee:
  • Free (Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
  • HK$50 (Non-Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
  • HK$100 (Member/ Non-Member of CIPHE, with CPD certificate); or
  • HK$150 (Apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department)
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[Conference] BEC EnviroSeries Conference Nov 2023: Financing Climate Transition and Delivering Net-zero Innovations for Hong Kong

About:

While countries have pledged net zero by mid-century, scientific evidence informs us that global greenhouse gas emissions and temperature trajectory continue to rise, and almost every region of the world is experiencing unprecedented adverse climate impacts. Transition must happen at all levels from national to local governments, financial markets, the private sector and individuals. At corporate level, climate-related standards and tools are emerging, more responsible companies are setting and validating science-aligned targets and action plans. However, the bigger question is how we can ensure just and systematic transition would take place in the next 20-30 years with adequate financing and without disruption.

According to OECD’s guidance on transition finance released in 2022, a corporate transition plan is generally understood as a time-bound, crosscutting action plan that clearly sets out how a company intends to achieve its transition strategy (including targets, actions, progress and accountability mechanisms) and reach its goal to transform its business model, operations, assets and relationships towards low-emission, climate-resilient pathways that are aligned with the goals of the Paris Agreement. Climate finance should be directed to parties with credible transition plans, and transition plans can only be successful with innovative climate solutions in real economy. In this Conference, we will:

  1. discuss how financial institutions and corporates understand transition plans and financing;
  2. showcase real economy climate solutions that lead to significant emission reductions;
  3. facilitate exchange between participants in financial markets and real economy sectors.

Nomination for election of Management Comittees - Deputy Chaor for Years 2024 & 2025

The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Hearing Engineering - Hong Kong Branch (CIPHE-HKB) refer to the latest Governance and nomination procedures confirmed by Headquarters to formulate the new Branch Committees for the years of 2024 and 2025. We would cordially invite members with the qualification of ACIPHE, MCIPHE or FCIPHE to participate in the election of the new Branch Committee Members, and welcome nomination of candidates who may be willing to join us for honorary service and devote valuable time for the facilitation of plumbing and heating engineering, Nomination procedures and details shall be referred to the Appendix 1.

There will be six vacant posts namely as Deputy Chair-Technical, Deputy Chair-Social, Deputy Chair-Membership, Deputy Chair-Newsletter, Deputy Chair-Liaison, Deputy Chair-Young Member and the nomination period is now open. The roles and duties of above-mentioned post shall be referred to the Appendix 2. In accordance with paragraph A.1. of the Appendix 1 - Nomination Procedures and Details, each nomination must be proposed by a FCIPHE and supported by two ACIPHE or above current members, where each current member could propose or support one nomination only.

Each nomination shall be sent by post AND email to the CIPHE-HKB by completing the Nomination Form for election of Management Committees – Deputy Chair for Years 2024 & 2025 (See Appendix 3). Candidate shall only choose one vacancy post and the current stepped down Branch Committee members shall be entitled to stand for re-election. Candidate shall also submit the following supplementary information on a single sided A4 paper (See Appendix 4) and Register of Interest (See Appendix 5) for circulation to Executive Committees for consideration:
  • Personal information
  • Present position or occupation and brief work history
  • Membership and offices (present and/or former) held in the Institution
  • A brief supporting statement


All candidates are invited to prepare the election material after they have submitted their Nomination Form and the Nomination was confirmed to be valid by CIPHE-HKB

The list of validated nominees will be sent to all members at mid November 2023 for open ballot if the nos. of Candidates exceeds 2 nos. for either vacancy post. The nominees with the highest votes will be elected through the open ballot. If there is only one candidate for a vacancy post, the candidate will be automatically elected. The results of this election will be announced in the coming AGM, which will be held on Tuesday, 5 December, 2023.

We would request your support and participation to the election ballot by completing and returning the attached Nomination Form, Supplementary Information Sheet and Register of Interest to us on or before Friday, 3 November 2023 noon. Late submission will not be accepted. Your valuable and contribution would not only nurture a prosperous CIPHE but also benefit the industry.
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Biz-Green Dress Day (輕‧型上班日)

Background Information
As a key programme of the Hong Kong Green Building Week - 香港綠色建築週 (HKGBW)2023, an annual public campaign co-organised by the Construction Industry Council (CIC) and the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC), Biz-Green Dress Day (輕‧型上班日)engages the business communities to adopt a greener lifestyle in tier workplace and explore how they utilise the green building features.

Theme:
Themed "Unite Green Building Powers, Fight for Carbon Neutrality by 2050!"「集合綠建能量,向 2050 碳中和進發!」, the campaign focuses on four main Green Building Powers:
  • Health and Well-being (健康舒適)
  • Resource Efficiency (高效資源)
  • Environmental Friendliness (環境友善)
  • Innovative Elements (創新元素)

How to join:
Companies and organisation are invited to support Biz-Green Dress Day 2023 on 6 Sep 2023, and also participate in the "4- Colour Biz-Green Outfits Social Challenge" (「輕.型四色 Social Challenge」) from 23 Aug to 6 Sep 2023 to demonstrate 4 different colour tones (Red/ Blue/ Green/ Yellow) Biz-Green outfits. Let's make this Biz-Green lifestyle go viral together!

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Training Course on Energy Audit for Building Energy Efficiency

Course Objectives:
The main purpose of this course is to provide the participants with the fundamental principles, skills and guidelines needed to carry out effective energy audits in accordance with the Buildings Energy Efficiency Ordinance. After taking the course, the participants would appreciate the approach to identify energy saving measures and perform quantitative analysis to predict the energy savings, environmental and economic benefits. Moreover, the participants should be able to measure and verify the performance of implemented energy saving measures.

Key Speakers:
  • Ir Gary Chiang, Past Chairman, Energy Institute Hong Kong / Principal Manager - Business Development & Support, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited
  • Ir Dr Edward Lo, Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
  • Ir Prof. Michael KH Leung, Associate Provost (Academic Affairs), City University of Hong Kong
  • Ir Dr TM Chung, Past Chairman, CIE (Hong Kong) / Past Chair, CIBSE Hong Kong Region
  • Ir Dr Albert So, Director, Asian Institue of Built Environment

Date & Time:
Trial Run for Webinar 30 November 2023 (Thu): Between 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Lectures (webinar only) 5, 7, 12 & 14 December 2023 (Tue & Thu): 6:30 pm - 9:45 pm
(Please also reserve 19 December 2023 (Tuesday) as a fallback date for this course)

Means:
Webinar (Link to be advised)

Medium of Instruction:
English / Cantonese (TBC)

Target:
Praticing engineers, energy managers, energy auditors, environmental officers, building services managers, plant managers, etc.

Course Fee:
HK$2,800 per person (Members of EL)
HK$3,000 per person (Members of Supporting Organisations) (including training materials)
HK$3,500 per person (Non-members)

Training Materials:
Soft copy ONLY / BOTH hard copy and soft copy
Participans can collect the hard copy in Kowloon (details to be advised)

Registration:
Please register via online system: https://bit.ly/energyaudit17
(copy this link and paste it into the browser if it cannot be linked directly) for seat reservation.

We will advise you of the payment details after receiving your registration.
(Note: Enrolment will only be confirmed upon receipt of course fee.)

Registration Deadline:
1 November 2023

CPD:
  • CPD certificate will be issued to all participants by the Organiser.
  • 9 CPD hours can be claimed by Registered RCx Practitioners / RCx Professionals for HKGBC Training and Registration Scheme.
  • THis is a CPD Event for RCx Practitioner / RCx Professional.

Enquiry:
Ms Melody Yau Tel: 2967 8855 Email: events@agchk.com
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Green Building Award 2023

Highlights:
Green Building Award 2023, co-organised by the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) and the Professional Green Building Council (PGBC), is now calling for Nominations. Online submission is available this year to extend our sustainability efforts and reduce paper waste.

Having grown into one of the most prestigious accolades in the building industry over the years and arriving at its ninth edition, the Green Building Award recognises building-related projects and organisations with outstanding performances and contributions towards a sustainable built environment.

Themed ‘Embracing Wellbeing • Excellence in Sustainable Built Environment’, GBA 2023 looks for nominations which go beyond the conventional practice, stretch the boundaries of sustainability, and accelerate Hong Kong’s development into a city that provides wellbeing for all.

Deadline:
15 June 2023 6:00 p.m. (Thursday)
Main Category Sub-Category
New Buildings (NB)
  1. Completed Projects
    (Obtained Occupation Permit or equivalent after 1 January 2020 and up till 14 June 2023)
    1. Residential
    2. Commercial
    3. Institutional
  2. Projects Under Construction and/or Design
    1. Residential
    2. Commercial
    3. Institutional
Existing Buildings (EB)
  1. Completed Projects
    (Projects completed from 1 January 2019 to 14 June 2023)
    (Revitalisation, Renovation, Rehabilitation & Responsiveness)
    1. Residential
    2. Commercial
    3. Institutional
  2. Projects under Planning/ Design
    (Revitalisation, Renovation, Rehabilitation & Responsiveness)
    1. Residential
    2. Commercial
    3. Institutional
  3. Facilities Management
    (Carbon/ Energy Management, Engagement with Stakeholders)
  4. Interiors (For completed projects only)
Research & Planning (RP)
  1. Research
    (For research projects completed with substantial findings/ results)
  2. Planning
Building Products & Technologies (BPT) N/A
Green Building Leadership (GBL)
  1. Developers
  2. Contractors
  3. Consultants
  4. Facilities Management
  5. Green Products & Technology Business
  6. Government, Institutions & NGOs
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Shaping ESG Through PropTech in FM

Programme Highlights:
The signature conference of International Facility Management Association (IFMA) are of proven successes and highly appraised in the region. The Hong Kong Chapter of the Association is pleased to announce that the IFMA's Integrate 2023 Facility Management Conference will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, co-located with Build4Asia 2022, the region's leading building technology, electrical engineering and security show.

The theme of Integrate 2023 is “Shaping ESG Through Proptech in FM”. In this year’s conference, we aim to highlight the importance of ESG’s role in driving the future development of PropTech, along with the development of green building strategy, green leases, green building technology as well as blockchain technology.

Developing a low carbon and sustainable economy is a key agenda for IFMA. In 2022 a hybrid conference themed “Driving ESG Through FM Leadership ” was organized which attracted over 700 delegates from the industry.

Speaker:
  • Ir Dave CHAN, Chief Executive of Information, Communications & Building Technologies, ATAL Engineering Group
  • Mr Jonathan CHIU, President, Schneider Electric Hong Kong
  • Dr Cathy JIM, Director and Chief Technical Officer, RHT Industries Limited
  • Mr Arthur LAM, Co Founder and CEO, Negawatt Utility Ltd
  • Ir C K LEE, Chief Engineer, Electrical Mechanical Services Department
  • Ms Phoebe LEUNG, Senior Manager, Sustainable Development, Swire Properties
  • Mr Terence LUI, CEO, Varadise Limited
  • Mrs Sari SUONO-RASEHORN, Chief People & Culture Officer, ISS Facility Services Ltd
  • Mr Keith TSANG, Executive Director, Capital Advisors, CBRE Hong Kong
  • Dr William YU, Chief Executive Officer, World Green Organisation

Language:
English

Registration:
Physical (lunch & full exhibition pass included)
  • (Early-bird) Members & Corporate Partners & Supporting Organizations: HK$1,200/ head
  • (Early-bird) Non-members: HK$1,500/ head
  • Members & Corporate Partners & Supporting Organizations: HK$1,500/ head
  • Non-members: HK$1,800/ head

Virtual (by Zoom)
  • Members & Corporate Partners & Supporting Organizations: Free of charge
  • Non-members: HK$500/ head


*Early-bird rate will be available until 3 May 2023.
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Water Pumps' Statutory Requirements, Mechanism, Application and Selection Strategy

Programme Highlights:
Water pump is the heart of a plumbing installation and driven the system operation, this seminar aim for describing the architectural of ump mechanic and principle. There are wide variety range of pump types and capacities in the market. Speakers will share their knowledge on pump operation principle, construction and selection technique, also will share experience on pump manufacturing, QA / QC site installation technical concerns and also will discuss about the application to different plumbing systems against different pump types.

  • Pump's statutory requirement
  • Describe pump's construction / components / mechanic principle
  • Pump types and it's component materials
  • Motor selection / type and starting device
  • Certificate and quality assurance
  • Pump curves meanings
  • Pump law and then variable speed pump vs constant speed pump
  • Design consideration on different hydraulic systems & pump selection strategy
  • Plant planning and reliability strategy


Speaker:
Ir Ben Yuen (Technical Advisory of CIPHE / Technical Director of WSP)

No. of Participants:
300 (Registration is on first come first reserved basis)

Language:
Cantonese with English Terminology

Fee:
  • Free (Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
  • HK$50 (Non-Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
  • HK$100 (Member/ Non-Member of CIPHE, with CPD certificate); or
  • HK$150 (Apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department)


Deadline of Application:
15 May 2023 (Monday)

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Professional Plumber Practical Examination (PPPE)

Introduction:
The Professional Plumber Practical Examination, hereafter referred to as the “PPPE”, is an effective and important tool by which the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering-Hong Kong Branch, hereafter referred to as the “CIPHE-HKB”, measures an individual’s understanding of all aspects considered to be essential and desirable for the rational, executive practice of Professional Plumber before recommending an applicant’s application to License Plumber of the Water Supplies Department (WSD).

This examination is in addition to, and should not be confused with, any academic qualifications an applicant may hold following successful completion of a plumbing related course conducted by a tertiary educational institution either in or outside the Territory of Hong Kong. In fact, admission to the PPPE is available only to applicants who attained a pre-requisite level of academic achievement as assessed independently by the Executive Committee of the CIPHE-HKB.

Arranged, prepared and conducted by the CIPHE-HKB the PPE becomes the principal means of controlling and developing the standards of the profession in practice in Hong Kong, thus ensuring the continued recognition of the CIPHE-HKB as a Professional Institute of international repute.
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Build4Asia (B4A) 2023

Overview:
Recognised as Asia’s no.1 sourcing and trading platform for the building, electrical engineering and security industries, Build4Asia offers a one-stop platform for market leaders to showcase cutting-edge technologies and solutions covering every facet of the construction services industry – from building materials & automation, total surveillance systems to smart city and green technologies.

Event Name: Build4Asia (B4A) 2023
Event Venue: Hall 5, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong
Event Date: 10 – 12 May 2023
Event website link: www.build4asia.com
Pre-registration link: http://bit.ly/3Ir5IGp

Enquiry Number: +852 3709 4981
Email: exhibit@build4asia.com
Social Media Link:
The Organiser
lnforma Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Our portfolio is comprised of more than 550 international B2B events and brands in markets including Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, and Health & Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content and actionable data solutions. As the world's leading exhibitions organiser, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.

lnforma Markets
Address: 17/F, China Resources Building, 26 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: +852 3709 4589
Email: exhibit@build4asia.coma
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Hydraulics of the Future: Environmental Challenges

Main Theme:
To promote New Advance Technologies for Water Resources Management and Water Safety to address the Future Environmental Challenges

Targeted Participants
Waterworks Professionals, Building Designers, Building Construction and Maintenance Professionals and Practitioners, Facility Managers, and Academia

Official Language of the Conference:
English

Registration Fee:
* Early Bird Standard
Member of CIPHE, CIWEM, HKIE, or Supporting Organizations HK$700** HK$1000**
Non-Member HK$800** HK$1,100**
Full-time Student HK$100** HK$150**
*Early Bird registration discount is only valid if payment is received on or before 31 March 2023
** Lunch is NOT included

Sating capacity is limited, on a first-come-first-served basis. Registration will close on 20 April 2023. For enquiry, please contact the Secretariat Ms. Coty SIU at 2417-0091 or MS. Bernice CHENG at 9327-0676, Email at info@ciphe.org.hk or FAX to (852) 2417-9719
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Design and Submission of Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) System

Programme Highlights:
The Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) System promoted by WSD provides the metering data, status outputs and alert signals where applicable for operation and monitoring of the smart metering system.

In this CPD event, Mr. Lau will brief the submission requirement, system infrastructure, system configuration of AMR. The AMR outstation comprises a Data Concentration Unit (DCU), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), M-Bus Level Converter and communication equipment (router or switch). The whole system is equipped with reliable and stable equipment, all powered by 24VDC, eliminating the problem of different voltages on the power supply. The system is also equipped with a 24VDC UPS to ensure that AMR system can still work normally under power loss.

This webinar consists of the following:

  • Submission Requirement
  • Design Document , Method statement for T&C
  • System requirement
  • Workflow


Speakers:
Mr. C.S. Lau (Director)

Language:
Cantonese with English Terminology

Fee (per person):
  • Free (Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
  • HK$50 (Non-Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
  • HK$100 (Member/ Non-Member of CIPHE, with CPD certificate); or
  • HK$150 (Apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department)


Registration & Enquiry:
The number of participants is limited to 300 and applications will be accepted on a first-come, firstserved basis. The deadline of application is noon on 24 February 2023 (Friday). Successful applicants will be confirmed by email and the accepted applicants should attend the above event as scheduled.

(1) For registration, please register ONLINE via the link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjyTVC3GVtdy96MkqCacJNFu9itlLZ46P2QY1b6vuYSiZmRA/viewform?usp=sf_link
(2) To facilitate the time efficient, registration will be done when entering the Seminar so please click on the zoom meeting link and type in your membership number follow by your name (same as the registration name) when joining the online session on event day.
(3) If you would apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department, please make sure you have provided a valid Plumber Licence Number. Attendance will be automatically recorded at zoom, Certificate only be issued to whom with full webinar attendance.
(4) For enquiry, contact Ms. Coty Siu of CIPHE-HKB by phone at (852) 24170091 and direct contact is available from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, (Mon to Fri) or by email at info@ciphe.org.hk.
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Asia Pacific Constructing our Future Conference 2023 Event Details

Event Summary:
Changing construction methods, processes and expectations are transforming the construction industry throughout the Asia Pacific Region. Many of these changes are positive and present a wide range of new opportunities for construction professionals to start building a better world for future generations. However, these changes won’t be easy, and the key to implementing successful changes is knowledge.

Which is why the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE) Hong Kong Chapter have launched the first ever Asia Pacific Conference – Constructing our Future – taking place in February 2023. This will be a hybrid event held in person at the New Millennium Hotel, Hong Kong and online.

A line-up of expert speakers will come together to explore pivotal areas of the industry that are full of possibilities with exciting new prospects in place, including Architecture & Design, Construction & Housing, Engineering, and Sustainability. They will collaborate to investigate the challenges currently faced by the industry and explore opportunities for the future of the sector.

Speakers:
  • Ar. Donald Choi Wun Hing, JP – Executive Director and CEO, Chinachem Group
  • Ir Professor Thomas Kwok-Cheung Chan – Executive Director, WSP (Asia) Limited
  • Mr. Victor Sheung Shing Tai, JP – Under Secretary for Housing, HKSAR
  • Dr Raymond Yau – General Manager, Technical Services & Sustainable Development at Swire Properties Limited
  • Ms. YU Po Mei, Clarice, JP – Director of Buildings, Buildings Department, HKSAR


Conference tickets are on sale now at cbuilde.com/asia2023 where more information on the conference can be found.

How to Book:
To book your virtual, or in person, ticket visit https://www.eventbrite.hk/e/constructing-our-future-cabe-asia-pacific-conference-in-hk-tickets-423086622477
If you are a CABE Student Member, you can book a FREE virtual ticket by emailing hongkong@cbuilde.com with your full name, university/academic institution, and membership number.
CABE Student Members are welcome to book an in-person ticket with prices starting from HK$480.

Greater Bay Area SBE Conference 2022

Overview:
Themed "Achieving a Sustainable and Carbon Neutral Built Environment in the Greater Area", discussions at the Conference surround strategies and actions in the building industry in the Greater Bay Area that contribute to the important carbon neutrality mission.

Key Sessions:
  1. Setting the Scene: Policy and Direction by Influential Policy Makers
  2. Strategies for Achieving Carbon Peak and Neutral by Mainland Organisations and Enterprises
  3. Policies and Roadmaps for Achieving Carbon Neutrality by Hong Kong's Public and Private Sectors
  4. Certification Schemes and Innovative Technologies for Carbon Neutrality
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Registration Fee: Free-of-charge
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BEC EnviroSeries Conference November 2022: Formulating Business Roadmaps Towards Net Zero

Programme Highlights:
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has clearly stated that to possibly limit global warming to 1.5°C and avoid devastating climate impacts, global emissions must peak by 2025, halve by 2030, and reach net zero by 2050. Mainland China plans to become carbon-neutral by 2060 while the Hong Kong SAR Government has a 2050 commitment, supported by action plans stated in the Hong Kong’s Climate Action Plan 2050 (CAP2050) released in October 2021.

The stark reality is global emissions are still rising. The United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP) is shifting the discussions from commitments to actions, where countries committed to develop a work programme to speed up actions on emission cuts before 2030, which is also a major focus of the upcoming COP27.

The CAP2050 includes a four-pronged decarbonisation strategy - net-zero electricity generation, energy saving and green buildings, green transport, and waste reduction. The strategy is presented at city-wide level, and different industries in Hong Kong will have to explore and understand the challenges, opportunities and operational changes they need to adopt to reach carbon neutrality.

In this connection, the Conference will (a) steer industry-specific discussions on how sectoral net-zero roadmaps are developed and what practical steps are needed towards 2030, 2035 and 2050 to bridge ambition and action, (b) inspire peer companies within the specific industry to accelerate action planning, and (c) inform Hong Kong businesses how COP27 or the latest international climate negotiations would have implications to their roadmap and action.

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Technical Visit: "Q-Leak" Leak Detection Training Ground

Assembly Location:
Kowloon Tong Rail Station Exit D Programme Highlights:
Q-Leak, the underground water mains leak detection training center, was constructed by Water Supplies Department (WSD) and opened on 26 July 2021 to provide better facilities for strengthening the industry with training and research capabilities on leak detection.

The WSD envisages Q-Leak to serve as a teaching and research cooperation platform amongst the department, the trade and post-secondary education institutions in Hong Kong in the field of water mains leak detection, with a view to elevating Hong Kong's leak detection technical level and excellence and contributing to the management of precious water resources of the territory.

Please join us for a visit to “Q-Leak”, where representatives from Water Supplies Department (WSD) will show you the Methods & Technologies for effectiveness of leak detection, as well as field demonstration to enable the implementation of risk-based improvement works for water mains.

Speaker:
Professionals/Technical Staff of WSD

Language:
Cantonese

Fee:
HK$50 (Member of CIPHE & HKIE with CPD certificate)

Registration & Enquiry:
The number of participants is limited to 25 and applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline of application is noon on 21 November 2022 (Monday). Successful applicants will be confirmed by email. The accepted applicants should proceed the payment and attend the above event as scheduled. Applicants shall NOT proceed the payment stage without the confirmation of successful enrollment.

(1) For registration, please register ONLINE via the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffOchvA2x7noWndcShK9dBKvpLnp_OmofInJUOmYElE6Vdwg/viewform?usp=sf_link
(2) For enquiry, contact Ms. Coty Siu of CIPHE-HKB by phone at (852) 2417 0091 [available from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, (Mon to Fri)] or Ms. Mandy Wong of HKIE-BSE by phone at 9830 1653 or by email at info@ciphe.org.hk.
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Experience Sharing of Application of Water Supply and Inspection for Plumbing System and Prosecution

Programme Highlights:
Experience Sharing Briefing Session of Water Supply (Building Supply Application), Internal Building Plumbing System Inspection and Prosecution - “水務 (樓宇供水申請,樓宇喉管系統視察及檢控)的經驗分享”

The briefing session content will be including:
  1. General view of Hong Kong water supply
  2. General Procedure / progress of Water supply Aplication of private / government buildings (Potable, Flushing & Fire Services System) and the possible future development / role of Plumbing Proposal Designer
  3. Internal buildings/ premises plumbing installation problems, relevant complaints and possible solution measure
  4. Prosecution process in court under Hong Kong Waterworks Ordinance and Regulation of Cap 102
  5. Q & A Session


Speaker:
Mr. CM KWOK

Language:
Cantonese with English Terminology

Course Fee:
Free (Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
HK$50 (Non-Member of CIPHE, without CPD certificate); or
HK$100 (Member / Non-Member of CIPHE, with CPD certificate); or
HK$150 (Apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department)
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Build4Asia 2022

Build4Asia 2022 - the Annual Industry Gathering is returning on 16-18 Nov at HKCEC!
年度行業盛事Build4Asia將於2022年11月16-18日再度回歸香港會議展覽中心!

We are delighted to become the supporting organisation of #Build4Asia! The exhibition will continue to lead the construction services industry towards a greener path, presenting a board range of inspiring innovations in building materials & automation, surveillance systems, smart city and green technologies etc. A series of educational programmes will bring together the HKSAR government, international industry associations, leading companies and opinion leaders to drive the industries ahead!

Don't miss this opportunity to gain market intelligence and network with industry peers.

我們很高興成為#Build4Asia的支持機構! 展覽會將繼續引領建築行業走向更環保的道路,在建築材料和自動化、監控系統、智慧城市和綠色科技等方面展示一系列創新技術。多場專業會議將匯聚香港特區政府代表、國際行業協會、市場領導及業界專才共同探討建築及保安趨勢,推動行業發展。

不要錯過與行業分享市場情報及建立聯繫的機會!

Register & Mark your calendar NOW! 立即登記成為買家: https://bit.ly/3dzqFUa

#Build4Asia2022 #B4A #B4A2022 #Build4AsiaAwards #IndustryGathering #AsianSecuritexConference #B4AConference #BuildingMaterials #GreenBuilding #SmartHome #SmartCity #IoT #Security #Automation

Stress Management after COVID

Summary:
In this seminar, psychologist will discuss the stress management skills at work, and share the tips for handling stress in post-pandemic period.

Speaker:
Ms Priscilla Law, Educational Psychologist, Psychological Support Service, Hong Kong Red Cross

Ms. Law is a registered Educational Psychologist and provides professional support to the Psychological Support Service of Hong Kong Red Cross. She has experience in delivering Psychological First Aid training to local and international participants, as well as other psychoeducational talks and workshops.

Language:
Cantonese supplemented with English Terminology & PPT presentation

Fee:
Free of Charge

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Towards Climate Action Plan 2050: Carbon Neutrality Strategies on Water Engineering

Conference Theme:
One of the signature conferences in Hong Kong regarding technologies in HVAC, water management, and water use. Engineers with the abovementioned expertise will share the latest technology to be adopted in the journey towards carbon neutrality. A series of relevant topics for the HVAC & plumbing community, including Regulations and Guides, Sustainability Features, and Latest Technology in New and Existing Buildings

Language:
English

Fee:
Application * Early Bird Standard
Member of ASHRAE HKC, CIPHE-HKB or Supporting Organization A HK$800* HK$900
Non-Member A HK$1,000* HK$1,100

* Early Bird registration discount is only valid if payment received on or before 30th September 2022.
** Seating capacity is limited, on a first-come-first-served basis.
A Lunch is NOT included.
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) CIPHE & HKIOA Joint Webinar - Acoustic Concerns and Treatment in Hydraulic Installation

Programme Highlights:
plumbing and drainage system noise is a common irritant to building owners and tenants. Three main factors contribute to this problem:

  1. Lack of awareness on the part of owners/developers and design teams regarding the application of specific products and practical installation solutions;
  2. Lack of contractor awareness and training regardomg the application of specific solutions; and
  3. Design teams fearful of uncertain solutions and seemingly incontrollable expenses.
This webinar gives a brief introduction to the foloowing:-

  • Plumbing and drainage installation design concerns against acoustic control (conducted by CIPHE speaker);
  • Basic principle and mitigation solutions in noise and vibration control relating to the plumbing and drainage installation (conducted by HKIOA speaker).

  • Language:
    Cantonese with English Terminology
    (No material will be distributed and Q&A session in English & Chinese)

    Course Fee:
    Free (Member of CIPHE/ HKIOA, without CPD certificate); or
    HK$50 (Member of CIPHE/ HKIOA, with CPD certificate); or
    HK$100 (Non-Member of CIPHE/ HKIOA, with CPD certificate); or
    HK$150 (Apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department)
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    BIM application in Plumbing System and Guidelines for E-submission of Application of Water Supply with BIM

    Programme Highlights:
    Through the application of BIM technology, the idea of plumbing designers can be related to the model, the various influencing factors to affect plumbing system design can be considered more comprehensively.

    BIM (Building information model) technology assist in improving the design process of plumbing system, promoting the plumbing system planning, enriching the plumbing design method, improving the plumbing system design level and building quality. Therefore, application prospects of BIM technology are very worthy of promotion.

    This webinar consists of the following:-
  • Brief introduction of what is BIM
  • How to carry out e-submission of application for water supply with BIM

  • Language:
    Cantonese with English Terminology
    (No material will be distributed and Q&A session in English & Chinese)

    Course Fee:
    Free (Member of CIPHE/ PolyU AABSE, without CPD certificate); or
    HK$50 (Non-Member of CIPHE/ PolyU AABSE, without CPD certificate); or
    HK$100 (Member/ Non-Member of CIPHE/ PolyU AABSE, with CPD certificate); or
    HK$150 (Apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department)
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    CIPHE Annual General Meeting in June

    Annual General Meeting 2022 of CIPHE-UK was held on 17th June in UK. For details, please read this link regarding the formal announcement from Headquarter.

    New President of CIPHE UK, Dr. Henry Hung



    Our fellow member, Dr Henry Hung is elected as the up-coming National President of CIPHE-UK, effective July 2022.

    Dr. Henry Hung has been dedicating himself to sanitary and plumbing engineering for more than 50 years. He obtained his Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and Master Degree of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Newcastle (Australia).

    Having been served in the World Plumbing Council from 1993 to 2008, he was the Conference Chairman of the 3rd “World Plumbing Conference” held in Hong Kong in 1993 which was one of the most successful events in the plumbing industry both in Hong Kong and abroad. Currently he is the Overseas Consultant of The Plumbing Facilities Committee of China Construction Metal Structure Association in China. Apart from achievement in the plumbing industry, he is also a Fellow Member of the Royal Society for Public Health. He has also been actively involved in the Chartered Institute of Heating and Plumbing Engineering (CIPHE) in United Kingdom since the inception of Hong Kong Branch Office. He is a Fellow Member of CIPHE in United Kingdom and had been the Chairman of CIPHE Hong Kong Branch Office for 4 years from 1999 – 2002.

    At present, he is a Vice President of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing Heating Engineering in United Kingdom from 2020-2022.

    His distinct ability in leadership of a contracting firm enables him to develop his career in plumbing profession to a much higher level in terms of overall management.

    We believe Dr Hung will bring continuous development and growth for CIPHE in UK and HK, as well as our exposure around the Region

    Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Course Plumbing, Technologies and You

    Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Course Plumbing, Technologies and You | Jointly Organized by The Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering – Hong Kong Branch (CIPHE-HKB) and Society of Operations Engineers – Hong Kong Region (SOEHK)

    Date :
    29th April 2022 (Friday)

    Time :
    7:00pm – 9:30pm

    Venue :
    Webinar via Microsoft Teams
    Webinar link will be sent after success application.

    This CPD aims to:
  • Explanation on Plumbing system theory
  • Apply theoretical knowledge and Regulation understanding for Design
  • Explanation on theoretical knowledge and Regulation understanding for Design on MiC, MiMEP & DfMA and example sharing

  • Language:
    Cantonese with English Terminology
    (No material will be distributed and Q&A session in English & Chinese)

    Course Fee:
    HK$100 for CIPHE Member / SOE Member
    HK$150 for Non-Member
    *Including apply for credits of the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme for LP under Water Supplies Department
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    Symposium on Smart Technology | Splendid Facility cum Excellence in Facility Management Award (EFMA) 2022 Official Launch Ceremony

    Symposium on Smart Technology | Splendid Facility cum Excellence in Facility Management Award (EFMA) 2022 Official Launch Ceremony

    Date :
    6th April 2022 (Wednesday)

    Time :
    2:30pm – 4:00pm

    Venue :
    Webinar via Zoom

    Programme Highlights:
  • Experience shared by EFMA 2021 Grand Award Winners: Grand YOHO and Harbour Glory
  • Insights on how “FaciTech” improving service quality and upkeeping facility condition in a sustainable way
  • Introduction of EFMA 2022 award categories and judging process

  • Language:
    Cantonese

    Participation Fee:
    Free of charge

    Administration Fee:
    - Members of HKIFM / Supporting Organizations / PMSA Recognized Professional Bodies : $50 (2 points of PD Hour)
    - Non-members: $100 (2 points of CPD Hour)
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    Leaky Drain Busters 渠漏解決師

  • 香港工程師學會屋宇裝備分部
  • 英國屋宇裝備工程師學會(香港分會)
  • 屋宇設備運行及維修行政人員學會
  • 英國特許水務工程師學會(香港分會)
  • 聯合發出

    四工程學會提倡五大防疫措施
    並呼籲市民提高警覺

    主要內容:
    鑑於疫情愈趨嚴峻,香港工程師學會屋宇裝備分部、英國屋宇裝備工程師學會(香港分會)、屋宇設備運行及維修行政人員學會及英國特許水務工程師學會(香港分會) 聯合提倡五大家居防疫措施,並呼籲市民提高警覺,保持室內環境清潔。

    五大防疫措施如下:
    1. 引入清潔的空氣到室內,天井的氣窗則不要開啟;
    2. 廁所及廚房保持通風,亦可以使用抽氣扇抽走室內空氣,加強空氣流通;
    3. 檢查坐廁是否裝有排氣管,並且不可移除;
    4. 檢查坐廁有否破損或渠管滲漏,並且盡快安排維修,以免病毒經渠管進入室內;
    5. 污水管需安裝附有反虹吸功能的U型聚水器,每週灌注半公升水,以水封堵塞病毒進入。

    詳情請參考以下海報鏈接
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    [Conference] BEC EnviroSeries Conference Dec 2021: Transforming Business for Sustainability

    Programme Highlight:
    Objectives of the conference: Following the June 2021 EnviroSeries Conference entitled “Redefining Business Leadership for Green Growth”, this conference aims to continue the conversation on how business transformation would enable the building of a green and sustainable Hong Kong. Specifically, the conference will (a) share, showcase and discuss best practices and success stories in business transformation from selected industries, and (b) inspire BEC members and the wider business community to push for transformational strategies and ambitious actions conducive to long-term sustainability and the creation of shared value for society.

    Medium of instruction:
    Cantonese supplemented with technical terms in English
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    Healthy Drains in The Prevention of Spread of Disease - Up

    Programme Highlight:
    It has been brought up our concerns to the current Drainage system in Hong Kong, throughout the outbreak of COVID-19. We wish to share and review with all stakeholders the design, installation and maintenance of the drainage system how to eliminate any spread of disease. 1st Lecture on 30 November 2021 (Tuesday) - Statutory Requirement - Design 2nd Lecture on 7 December 2021 (Tuesday) - Installation - Maintenance

    Speaker(s):
    Topic 1 - Statutory Requirement
    Speaker: Mr. Hung Ling-chi, Chief Building Surveyor New Territories West at Buildings Department of HKSAR
    Topic 2 - Design
    Speaker: Ir Ben Yuen, Technical Director, Building MEP, Region (China) WSP
    Topic 3 - Installation
    Speaker: Ir Brian Cheng, Chief Executive (Building Services Engineering) ATAL Engineering Group
    Topic 4 – Maintenance
    Speaker: Mr. Lawrence Kwan, Director of Engineering The Peninsula Hong Kong

    Medium of instruction:
    Cantonese with English powerpoint presentation (no material will be distributed)
    Certificate:
    5-hour attendance CPD certificate will be issued to participants at the end of the event.

    Free and Participant:
    HK$800 for member of CIBSE, CIPHE, HKIE-BSD, BSOMES & Supporting Organizations HK$1,000 for non-member. Vacancy will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis.
    The deadline of application is 9 November 2021 (Tuesday). Name of successful members will be informed by confirmation e-mail.
    Registration & Enquiry:
    For enquiry, please contact Ms. Coty Siu of CIPHE-HKB at 2417 0091 or email info@ciphe.org.hk and direct contact is available from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, (Mon to Fri). Ms. Rainbow Lai of CIBSE-HKR at 8203 3995 or email secretariat@cibse.org.hk and direct contact is available from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, (Mon to Fri).
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    (CPD) COMPREHENSIVE CERTIFICATE COURSE ON HEALTHY PLUMBING & DRAINAGE SYSTEM

    COMPREHENSIVE CERTIFICATE COURSE ON HEALTHY PLUMBING & DRAINAGE SYSTEM FOR LIVABLE CITY 2020

    Date :
    22 October 20 20 to 1 December 20 20 (please refer to the attached time table)

    Time :
    7:00 pm to 9:30 pm (Registration starts at 6:30)

    Venue :
    By Webinar

    Programme Highlights:
    The course is designed to broaden knowledge of engineers in relation to Plumbing & Drainage System s and is useful for young engineers and practitioners who want to refresh / acquire knowledge in the design, installation and maintenance of these systems. All Guest Speakers who are experienced / professional engineers / officers from Government, University, Consultants, Manufacturers , Contractors and Properties / Facilities Management etc., will present you with some practical knowledge and experience sharing

    Language
    Cantonese with English Terminology

    Fee:
    (please refer to the attached time table)

    Certificate
    -1.CPD certificate will be issued for each session;
    -2. A full course certificate will be issued to those who have applied for full course with attendance at least 10 full sessions.
    -3.CPD Certificate for Licensed Plumber will be emailed to attendant within 1 month after the date of the event.
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    (CPD) Swimming Pool Technical Seminar Session 1

    Programme Highlight:
    Building Services installations are essential elements to provide a comfortable and safe swimming environment. Good water quality, efficient water treatment and suitable control of indoor environment are required to maintain a healthy, safe and pleasant swimming environment in indoor swimming pool for public use. This webinar shares and outlines the design criteria and considerations of key building services installations, including water treatment, heating, air-conditioning and ventilation system for public indoor swimming pools in Hong Kong. Special design considerations on swimming pool water outlets for the prevention of people entrapment, prevention of micro-bubble in pool water, enhancement on ventilation for serving both the swimmers and spectators, and the lighting design schemes for the prevention of glare will also be discussed.

    Speaker:
    Ir CHIANG Chi-keung, Max
    Senior Electrical & Mechanical Engineer, Architectural Services Department

    Medium of instruction:
    Cantonese with English Terminology
    (No material will be distributed and Q&A session in English & Chinese)

    CPD Certificate:
    1. One hour CPD certificate will be given one month after the seminar.
    2. For those who has applied CPD Certificate for Licensed Plumber, it will also be given one month after the seminar.

    This activity for 1 CPD credit is provided by the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering - Hong Kong Branch, Accredited Provider No. 003. This CPD programme provider is accredited by the CPD Course Panel under Advisory Board on Licensing of Plumbers.
    For details, please refer to below link
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    CPD code for this event: C01-003-20201215
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    (CPD)Training Course on Energy Audit for Building Energy Efficiency

    Course Objectives:
    The main purpose of this course is to provide the participants with the fundamental principles, skills and guidelines needed to carry out effective energy audits in accordance with the Building Energy Efficiency Ordinance. After taking the course, the participants would appreciate the approach to identify energy saving measures and perform quantitative analysis to predict the energy savings, environmental and economic benefits. Moreover, the participants should be able to measure and verify the performance of implemented energy saving measures.

    Date & Time:
    9, 11, 16 & 18 December 2020 (Wednesdays & Fridays); 6:30 pm - 9:45 pm

    Venue:
    Face-to-face @HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong
    OR by Webinar (depending on the COVID-19 development)
    The lecture on "Lift and Escalator" by Ir Dr Albert So will be by Webinar

    Target:
    Practicing engineers, energy managers, energy auditors, environmental officers, building services managers, plant managers, etc.

    Course Fee: (includes training material)
    HK$2,800 per person (member of EI)
    HK$3,000 per person (member of Supporting Organizations) material
    HK$3,500 per person (non-member)

    Training Material:
    If the course is conducting byWebinar, participants are required to collect their training material from HKPC in Kowloon Tong or agreed location on specified date and time.

    Registration:
    Please register via online system
    https://bit.ly/2S7WgOu
    (copy this link and paste on the browser if it cannot be linked directly) for seat reservation.
    We will advise you of the payment details after receiving your registration.
    Note: Enrolment will only be confirmed upon receipt of course fee.

    Registration Deadline:
    16 November 2020

    CPD:
    12 CPD hours will be granted for attending the course
    (9 CPD hours can be claimed by Registered RCx Practitioners / RCx Professionals for HKGBC Training and Registration Scheme)
    CPD certificate with will be issued to all participants by the Organiser.
    This activity is regarded as General CPD Event for BEAM Pro (TBC).

    Enquiry:
    Ms Li [Tel: (852) 2967 8855; email
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    Technical Webinar on New Regulatory Amendment of Minor Works Control System - Up

    Programme Highlight:
    The Minor Works Control System ("MWCS") has proven to be a simple and convenient channel in carrying out minor building works under simplified requirements without the need to obtain prior approval of plans and consent to the commencement of such works from the BA. Its implementation is generally welcomed by both the industry and the public. Since its implementation beginning from 31 December 2010 and up to 31 December 2019, over 920 000 minor works ("MW") submissions have been received.
    The Building (Minor Works) (Amendment) Regulation 2020 ("B(MW)(A)R 2020") was gazetted on 8 May 2020 and will come into operation on 1/9/2020. This legislative amendment exercise would involve the addition of 70 MW items offset by the repealing of nine MW items, as a result of which the list of MW items would increase from 126 to 187. 56 existing MW items would also be amended. In terms of Designated Exempted Works items, the legislative amendment exercise would increase the number from 15 to 30, while the presentation of eight existing items would be amended. BSOMES has representative joining the Technical Committee of Buildings Department and provide opinions / comments from Industry on the implementation of the MWCS.
    In this seminar, the honourable speakers from Buildings Department will brief the major changes and new addition of MW items under the B(MW)(A)R 2020 including:
    ⚫ Greening features to promote a green and quality environment, e.g. planters, ponds or fountains; trellises; metal frames for growing of plants
    ⚫ Amenity features to improve the standard and quality of the building, e.g. supporting frame for suspending air conditioning plant inside building; ventilation ducts and associated frames; fire dampers in ventilation system; awnings
    ⚫ Building maintenance and repair features to enhance building safety and facilitate building maintenance, e.g. small-sized reinforced polyester water tanks, cat-ladders, curtain wall, cladding

    Speaker(s):
    Sr Kurt Y.Y. CHIK - Building Surveyor, Buildings Department
    Ir Laurel S.K. LEUNG - Structural Engineer, Buildings Department
    Sr CHIK and Ir LEUNG have been working in various sections in the Buildings Department
    and are now under the Minor Works & Signboard Control Section. They are familiar with the Building (Minor Works) Regulation and have substantial experience in handling MW submissions. Meanwhile, they also assist in the preparation of the B(MW)(A)R 2020. They will share their hands-on experience in conducting audit check for MW submissions, enforcement actions for the irregularities identified and introduce the proposed new/revised MW items.

    Medium of instruction:
    Cantonese supplemented with technical terms in English
    Certificate:
    1.5-hour CPD Certificate to be issued by the Organizer

    Free and Participant:
    This Technical Seminar is free of charge and prior registration is required. The maximum number of participants is 500. Vacancy will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis and priority will be given to BSOMES members and Supporting Organizations.
    The deadline of application is 15 September 2020 (Tuesday). Name of successful members will be informed by confirmation e-mail by no later than 18 September 2020 (Friday). If the applicants have not received the confirmation e-mail on or before 18 September 2020, their applications will be regarded as NOT successful.
    If typhoon signal no. 8 or black rainstorm signal is in force and still hoisted after 17:00 of 22 September 2020, the talk would be cancelled without further arrangement or notification.
    Registration & Enquiry:
    For registration, please click here ''On Line Registration Link'' or via the website of BSOMES http://www.bsomes.org.hk/?key=eventlist&mode=upcoming. Successful members will be informed by confirmation email ONLY no later than 18 September 2020. For enquiry, please contact Mr Ho Kwok Wing at 9458 2777.
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