Green Building Award 2023 Award Presentation Dinner Embracing Wellbeing．Excellence in Sustainable Built Environment

HONG KONG, 6 November 2023 – The Winners of the Green Building Award 2023 (GBA 2023) were unveiled and applauded at the Award Presentation Dinner held last Friday (3 November). This highly esteemed accolade, co-organised by the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) and the Professional Green Building Council (PGBC), stands as a pinnacle of recognition within Hong Kong, honouring the industry's unwavering dedication and tireless efforts towards creating sustainable built environments biennially. Themed “Embracing Wellbeing．Excellence in Sustainable Built Environment”, GBA 2023 received overwhelming responses from the industry with a record-breaking number of 147 nominations, marking a 47% increase from the last edition. Among the 117 Finalists, 68 remarkable Award Winners were announced at the Dinner which included 9 Pioneer Awards, 16 Grand Awards, 35 Merit Awards and 8 Special Citations on United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. 

Marking its 9th edition, the Green Building Award was graced by Ms Bernadette LINN, JP, Secretary for Development, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as the Guest of Honour, together with Sr Kenneth YUN, Chairman of the GBA 2023 Organising Committee and the Professional Green Building Council, Dr CHEUNG Tin-cheung, SBS, Chairman of the Hong Kong Green Building Council, and Ar. Joel CHAN, Chairman of the GBA 2023 Scientific Committee to recognise the excellence and commend the contribution made by pioneering leaders in the building industry, including developers, construction companies, consultants, facilities management companies, the government and representatives from various sector involved in the whole building life cycle. The Award Presentation Dinner was an evening of grandeur, with over 500 distinguished guests, government officials and esteemed Jurors to celebrate with the Award Winners.

Under the theme “Embracing Wellbeing．Excellence in Sustainable Built Environment”, the Green Building Award 2023 witnessed an exceptional response, surpassing all expectations with a remarkable 47% increase in nominations compared to the previous edition, totalling a record-breaking 147 nominations. 117 outstanding projects and organisations were selected as Finalists across five categories, including New Buildings, Existing Buildings, Research & Planning, Building Products & Technologies, and Green Building Leadership. 9 Green Building Leadership Pioneer Awards, 16 Grand Awards, and 35 Merit Awards were presented to private and public sectors which were selected by a Jury Panel comprising of a 33 International and Local Jurors from various government departments, professional organisations and academic institutions. Furthermore, 8 projects were honoured with a Special Citation for their remarkable contributions towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and their positive impacts on the development of a sustainable built environment.

To honour and recognise excellence in sustainable environment policies and building practices, Sino Group from Developers, Leigh & Orange Limited and Tony Ip Green Architects Limited from Consultants, Hongkong Land (Property Management) Limited and New World Property Management Company Limited from Facilities Management, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited from Government, Institutions & NGOs, China State Construction Engineering (Hong Kong) Limited from Contractors, Alliance Construction Materials Limited and Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited from Green Products & Technologies Business were awarded the Pioneer Award of Green Building Leadership for their roles in driving the sustainable development of Hong Kong's built environment.

Ms Bernadette LINN, JP, Secretary for Development, The Government of the HKSAR, remarked, “The Green Building Award recognizes excellence in green building design, construction, and operation, showcasing the commitment of stakeholders. This year, the award has garnered significant recognition, breaking records with a high number of nominations across five categories. These nominations represent projects and initiatives that have set new standards for green design, driving the transformation of our built environment towards sustainability. Hong Kong shares a global vision of sustainable development, actively combating climate change and reducing carbon emissions through smart, green, and resilient design strategies. By working collectively, we have the power to foster a city that is greener, more resilient, and harmonious, ultimately improving the quality of life for everyone.”

Sr Kenneth YUN, Chairman of the GBA 2023 Organising Committee and Professional Green Building Council, remarked, “The Green Building Award 2023 is a recognition of excellence in the sustainable built environment. Since its establishment in 2006, the Award has witnessed tremendous growth over the past 17 years. Achieving the record-breaking milestone this year, we see a profound testament to the industry's growing interest and engagement in showcasing outstanding projects. We express gratitude to the committees, Jurors, Sponsors, and all those involved in making this event a resounding success. Together, we continue to embrace wellbeing and sustainability, shaping the industry and recognising the dedication of the built environment.”

Dr CHEUNG Tin-cheung, SBS, Chairman of the HKGBC, expressed his congratulations during the ceremony, stating, “At HKGBC, our mission is to lead the building industry towards a carbon-neutral and sustainable future. We have recently introduced the HKGBC Climate Change Framework For Built Environment and Zero-Carbon-Ready Building Certification to encourage the industry to align with these goals. The Green Building Award 2023, centred around the theme of ‘Embracing Wellbeing．Excellence in Sustainable Built Environment’, acknowledges projects and organisations that contribute to the well-being and sustainability of our city. I am delighted to witness the increased quantity and quality of nominations, which reflect the industry's unwavering commitment. Congratulations to the Winners, inspiring us in our pursuit of a brighter future. Let us continue fostering innovation and collaboration to create a greener and more sustainable Hong Kong.”

In a continuous effort to advance sustainability in the built environment, the Green Building Award has introduced the “GBA Elite” initiative since 2019. This initiative aims to honour the exceptional Winners of the Pioneer Award in Green Building Leadership, recognising them as pioneering organisations driving the sustainable development of Hong Kong's built environment. Additionally, the Award Winners of GBA 2023 will gain an exclusive opportunity to compete for the prestigious World Green Building Council Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards. This exceptional chance serves as a catalyst to further enhance the prominence of Hong Kong's exceptional development on a regional scale. It is widely acknowledged that such opportunities foster enhanced communications and collaborations across diverse industries and regions, laying a strong foundation for a sustainable and net-zero future for the coming generations.

Below is a list of the distinguished Winners of the Green Building Award 2023 in each category, including Winners of the Pioneer Award for Green Building Leadership, the Grand Award for projects, and the Special Citation on United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:



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The Guest of Honour, Ms Bernadette LINN, JP, Secretary for Development, The Government of the HKSAR, Honorary Tony TSE Wai-chuen, BBS, JP, Legislative Council Member, Government officials, Green Building Award 2023 Jurors, Organising Committee and Scientific Committee Members, as well as our Green Building Award 2023 Sponsors and other distinguished guests joined together for a group photo after the kick-off ceremony.

The Green Building Award 2023 was honoured to have Ms Bernadette LINN, JP, Secretary for Development, The Government of the HKSAR (2nd left), Sr Kenneth YUN, Chairman of the GBA 2023 Organising Committee and the Professional Green Building Council (1st left), Dr CHEUNG Tin-cheung, SBS, Chairman of the HKGBC (2nd right), and Ar. Joel CHAN, Chairman of the GBA 2023 Scientific Committee (1st right) joining the award presentation ceremony as officiating guests and sharing with audience their visions on the green building development in Hong Kong. 

Ms Bernadette LINN, JP, Secretary for Development, The Government of the HKSAR (2nd left), Sr Kenneth YUN, Chairman of the GBA 2023 Organising Committee and the Professional Green Building Council (1st left), Dr CHEUNG Tin-cheung, SBS, Chairman of the HKGBC (2nd right), and Ar. Joel CHAN, Chairman of the GBA 2023 Scientific Committee (1st right) officiated the kick-off ceremony for the Green Building Award 2023 Award Presentation. During the ceremony, officiating guests powered up the goals of UNSDGs, including “Climate Action”, “Sustainable Cities and Communities”, “Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure”, and “Good Health and Wellbeing”. 

About the Green Building Award and Organisers 
Green Building Award 2023 (GBA 2023)
The biennial Green Building Award is jointly organised by the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) and the Professional Green Building Council (PGBC) since 2010 and inaugurated by PGBC in 2006. The Award aims to recognise nominations which go beyond the conventional practice, stretch their boundaries in advancing sustainability, and are capable of inspiring the next generation on how our future built environment could be.
To learn more about Green Building Award 2023, please visit www.gba.org.hk.  

About the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) 
The Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) is a non-profit, member-led organisation established in 2009 and has become a public body under the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance since 2016. The HKGBC strives to promote the standard and development of sustainable buildings in Hong Kong. The HKGBC also aims to raise green building awareness by engaging the government, the industry and the public, and to develop practical solutions for Hong Kong’s unique, subtropical built environment of high-rise, high density urban area, leading Hong Kong to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and to become a world’s exemplar of green building development. The Founding Members of the HKGBC include the Construction Industry Council (CIC), the Business Environment Council (BEC), the BEAM Society Limited (BSL) and the Professional Green Building Council (PGBC).
To learn more about the HKGBC, please visit www.hkgbc.org.hk.  

About the Professional Green Building Council (PGBC)
The Professional Green Building Council (PGBC) was formed in 2002 by the Founding Members including The Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA), The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), The Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects (HKILA) and The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS). The Hong Kong Institute of Planners (HKIP) joined the PGBC in 2005. In 2022, the following institutes joined as affiliate members: the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong, The Hong Kong Institute of Architectural Conservationists, the Hong Kong Institute of Facility Management and the Hong Kong Institute of Urban Design. The PGBC is a non-profit-making institute with the mission and vision to promote a better sustainable built environment through joint professional participation and collaboration.
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