2020 - 2021
| Project No. | Principal Investigator | Project Title/Brief | Approved Grant ($) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 2020-03 | Mr Chu Hon Keung, The Green Earth Limited | Light pollution spatial impact assessment in Hong Kong - Quantifying lights trespass by measurement, simulation and mitigation measures analysis | 1,699,300.00 |
| 2. | 2020-05 | Dr Alicia An, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong | Investigation of nanobubble flotation to remove micro/nano plastic from Sewage Treatment Works (STWs) in Hong Kong | 500,000.00 |
| 3. | 2020-07 | Professor Chan Chak Keung, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong | Application of machine learning techniques in predicting primary and secondary organic aerosols | 497,180.00 |
| 4. | 2020-08 | Dr Chan Lai Leo, Department of Biomedical Sciences and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong | Revealing benthic habitats and sessile epibenthic biodiversity in Victoria Harbour - A preliminary study | 699,713.00 |
| 5. | 2020-13 | Professor Ho Chung Yin Johnny, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, City University of Hong Kong | Surface engineering of large-size 3D porous micro-nanostructures for synergistic solar-driven seawater evaporation and hydrogen production | 499,640.00 |
| 6. | 2020-16 | Dr Lam Chun Ho Jason, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong | Electrocatalytic degradation of refractory organics in active landfill leachate to enhance the sequencing batch reactor (SBR) denitrification process | 497,000.00 |
| 7. | 2020-19 | Professor Leung Mei Yee Kenneth, Department of Chemistry and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong | Enhancing marine biodiversity on the artificial seawall of the Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF) with innovative and environmentally friendly eco-engineered fixtures | 1,200,000.00 |
| 8. | 2020-25 | Dr Ern Mei Theodora Nah, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong | Characterisation of the spatial and seasonal distributions of ambient ammonia and its relationship with PM2.5 pollution in Hong Kong | 499,000.00 |
| 9. | 2020-40 | Professor Leung Mei Yee Kenneth, Department of Chemistry and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong | The Second International Conference on Biodiversity, Ecology and Conservation of Marine Ecosystems (BECoME-2022) | 500,000.00 or 70% of the total actual expenditure, whichever would be the less |
| 10. | 2020-41 | Dr Per Magnus Lindborg, School of Creative Media, City University of Hong Kong | Data Art for Climate Action (DACA), international hybrid conference | 103,790.00 or 70% of the total actual expenditure, whichever would be the less |
| 11. | 2020-42 | Dr Alicia An, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong | The 4th International Forum on Asian Water Environment Technology (IFAWET-4) | 458,500.00 or 70% of the total actual expenditure, whichever would be the less |
| 12. | 2020-46 | Dr Zhao Jun, Institute of Bioresource and Agriculture, Hong Kong Baptist University | Comparative study on subcritical hydrothermal treatment as pre- and post- treatment of anaerobic digestion - Opportunities for the improvement of food waste treatment technology in Hong Kong | 497,200.00 |
| 13. | 2020-47 | Dr Lui Yuk Yu Matthew, Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University | Liquefaction of organic construction waste | 478,100.00 |
| 14. | 2020-48 | Dr Wang Yi, Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University | Evaluation of the toxicity of the microplastics in fish and shellfish of Hong Kong to human health using various human cell models | 496,000.00 |
| 15. | 2020-51 | Dr Lau Yin Kun Anthony, Science Unit, Lingnan University | Territory-wide environmental DNA (eDNA) survey on distribution and status of invasive freshwater fish and crayfish | 500,000.00 |
| 16. | 2020-52 | Dr Liew Jia Huan, Science Unit, Lingnan University | Assessing the efficacy of ecological enhancements in Hong Kong’s river channels for mitigating the fragmentation of freshwater animal communities | 998,000.00 |
| 17. | 2020-54 | Dr Tsang Chi Wing, Department of Construction Technology and Engineering Faculty of Science and Technology, Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong, Vocational Training Council |
Wood waste derived anti-bacterial and biodegradable nano-fibers for filtration applications | 499,555.60* |
| 18. | 2020-55 | Dr Law Man Yee, Caroline, Department of Environment Faculty of Design and Environment, Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong, Vocational Training Council |
Unlocking the paradox of dumping black gold – A conjoint analysis of yard waste management preferences, strategies and facility siting in Hong Kong | 678,888.00 |
| 19. | 2020-63 | Dr Ho Kin Fai, Jockey Club School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong | Spatial and temporal variations of oxygenated volatile organic compounds (OVOCs) and their ozone formation potential (OFP) in Hong Kong | 976,500.00 |
| 20. | 2020-66 | Professor Lee Shing Yip, Simon FS Li Marine Science Laboratory, The Chinese University of Hong Kong | IUCN Mangrove Specialist Group Symposium 2021 cum Red Listing Workshop | 446,500.00 or 70% of the total actual expenditure, whichever would be the less |
| 21. | 2020-70 | Dr Tsang Ling Ming, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong | Study on coral reef crustaceans - Identifying the biodiversity hotspot and promoting marine conservation | 1,191,800.00 |
| 22. | 2020-76 | Dr Tsang Yiu Fai, Department of Science and Environmental Studies, The Education University of Hong Kong | Identification, characterisation, and process modification for enhancing removal efficiency of microplastics in sewage treatment works with Different Designs in Hong Kong | 1,000,000.00 |
| 23. | 2020-79 | Dr Ho Cheuk Lam, Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Development of efficient and robust photocatalysts for hydrogen production technology for reducing fossil fuel consumption and emissions | 500,000.00 |
| 24. | 2020-80 | Professor Lo Chun Lap Samuel, Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Cumulative effects of microplastics and harmful microalgal growth on marine ecology and seafood safety in Hong Kong | 481,600.00 |
| 25. | 2020-84 | Dr Zhang Biao, Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Biomass-waste-derived carbon as advanced anodes for Na- and K- ion batteries | 496,400.00 |
| 26. | 2020-91 | Professor Mak Cheuk Ming, Department of Building Services Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Soundscape forecast as a tool to improve noise impact assessments in the urban planning of Hong Kong | 500,000.00 |
| 27. | 2020-92 | Professor Tang Shiu Keung, Department of Building Services Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Development of high performance acoustic windows using hybrid control techniques for existing building retrofit | 1,198,400.00* |
| 28. | 2020-101 | Dr Tsang Chiu Wa Daniel, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Hydrothermal carbonisation for recycling organic waste into biochar for soil improvement in Hong Kong | 1,216,383.00 |
| 29. | 2020-102 | Professor Yu Tao, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Lightweight multifunctional noise barriers/noise enclosures incorporating smart fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites | 1,100,000.00 |
| 30. | 2020-107 | Dr Nuruzzaman Noor, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Transparent wood for energy saving applications: coated wood glass – From fabrication to technology demonstration | 850,000.00 |
| 31. | 2020-111 | Dr Yao Wei, Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Detection of methane fugitive emissions from landfills using drone based hyperspectral remote sensing | 499,200.00 |
| 32. | 2020-115 | Dr Leung Chi Kin Randolph, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Development of tyre/road noise sound power measurement technology in Hong Kong traffic based on close-proximity method | 1,198,600.00 |
| 33. | 2020-119 | Dr Li Weihong, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. With effect from 1 November 2021, the project was transferred to the Department of Mechanical Engineering, City University of Hong Kong | Solar-harvesting transparent smart window for building applications | 482,592.00* |
| 34. | 2020-123 | Dr Lu Xingcheng, (replaced by Professor Fung Chi Hung, Jimmy with effect from 21 July 2021), Division of Environment and Sustainability, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Development and application of temporal source apportionment technique for PM2.5 and O3 in the Greater Bay Area | 488,000.00 |
| 35. | 2020-125 | Dr Wang Zhe, Division of Environment and Sustainability, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Investigation of local and transboundary contributions to ozone formation and pollution episodes in Hong Kong | 1,200,000.00 |
| 36. | 2020-128 | Dr Zeng Qinglu, Department of Ocean Science, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Engineering cyanobacteria from Hong Kong waters to produce biofuel – A key technology towards renewable energy and carbon reduction | 900,000.00 |
| 37. | 2020-132 | Dr Chan Ping Lung, Department of Science, School of Science and Technology, Hong Kong Metropolitan University | Monitoring of the impact of the upgrade project of the Yuen Long Wastewater Treatment Works on the antibiotics concentration and the microbial community in the Shan Pui River and the Mai Po Nature Reserve (Phase 1 – Baseline establishment) | 500,000.00 |
| 38. | 2020-134 | Dr Lo Hoi Shing, School of Science and Technology, Hong Kong Metropolitan University. With effect from 1 August 2021, replaced by Dr Fang Kar Hei, James, Department of Applied Biology & Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Monitoring the seasonal distribution and levels of microplastics in Mai Po Natural Reserve | 499,067.00 |
| 39. | 2020-137 | Dr Benoit Guénard, School of Biological Sciences, The University of Hong Kong | The ants of Hong Kong - A comprehensive revision and molecular database | 964,660.00 |
| 40. | 2020-142 | Dr Celia Schunter, School of Biological Sciences, The University of Hong Kong | Hybrid grouper impact: an analysis of dietary DNA metabarcoding | 497,300.00 |
| 41. | 2020-147 | Dr So Kwok Hay Hayden, Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, The University of Hong Kong | Advanced machine vision guided aquatic surface vehicles for refuse monitoring and capturing in watercourses | 496,000.00 |
| 42. | 2020-154 | Dr Chui Ting Fong May, Department of Civil Engineering, The University of Hong Kong | Design of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) in hilly areas of Hong Kong | 496,000.00 |
| 43. | 2020-170 | Dr Kwok Chung Yee Fiona, Department of Civil Engineering, The University of Hong Kong | Feasibility study of using dredged marine deposits stabilised with coal fly ash as fill materials for geotechnical projects in Hong Kong | 490,000.00 |
* Jointly funded by the Environment and Conservation Fund and the Woo Wheelock Green Fund on an equal share basis.