International Conference on Powering a Carbon Neutral Future - The Role of Nuclear Energy
Background
The Hong Kong Branch of the National Precious Metals Material Engineering Research Center is honored to organize, in collaboration with CLP Power Hong Kong, the “International Conference on Powering a Carbon Neutral Future - The Role of Nuclear Energy” at the City University of Hong Kong on 17 January 2025.
The conference will bring together experts around the globe to discuss the important role of nuclear energy in decarbonization from the perspectives of the global community, Mainland China and Hong Kong.
We look forward to your active participation and to welcoming you to the City University of Hong Kong.
Conference Information
| Date | 17 January 2025 (Friday) |
| Time | 0900 – 1730 |
| Venue | Wong Cheung Lo Hui Yuet Hall, 5/F, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building, City University of Hong Kong |
| Participants | Including government officials, policy makers, experts, academics, industry professionals and practitioners |
| Format of Conference | Hybrid mode |
| Expected Attendance | Approximately 300 in-person attendees, 300 online attendees |
Conference Objectives
The “International Conference on Powering a Carbon Neutral Future - The Role of Nuclear Energy” aims to explore the role of nuclear energy in achieving a carbon-neutral future, both locally and internationally. It provides a platform for academics, experts, and professionals in the fields of decarbonisation, nuclear energy, energy transformation, and carbon neutrality to exchange knowledge, share research findings, and discuss best practices.
By incorporating global, China, and Hong Kong perspectives, the conference aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in different regional contexts. Additionally, through hybrid mode, the conference aims to attract a diverse audience, including academics, experts, professionals, policy makers, and students from around the globe in related disciplines.
Organizing Committee
| Chairman | Prof. Jian LU Director (NPMM), Hong Kong Branch of National Precious Metals Material Engineering Research Center Dean of College of Engineering City University of Hong Kong |
| Committee members | Prof. Chin PAN CLP Power Chair Professor of Nuclear Engineering Chair Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering City University of Hong Kong |
| Prof. Mei Yee Kenneth LEUNG Chair Professor, Affiliate, School of Energy and Environment Dean (SEE), School of Energy and Environment City University of Hong Kong |
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| Prof. Hua ZHANG Herman Hu Chair Professor of Nanomaterials, Department of Chemistry Director, Hong Kong Institute for Clean Energy City University of Hong Kong |
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| Mr. Eddie WU Senior Director - Nuclear, CLP Holdings Limited |