The BEC "Fostering Sustainable Consumption for Hong Kong Business and the Community" Programme is organised by Business Environment Council (BEC) and funded by the Sustainable Development Fund, aiming to promote sustainable consumption and drive behavioural changes in Hong Kong.
According to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations in 2015, the transition towards more responsible consumption patterns is crucially important. In Hong Kong, the Consumer Council published a study report in 2016, stating that "not enough information" and "not easy to acquire" are the two major factors prohibiting Hong Kong citizens from consuming in a sustainable way.
In view of this, BEC is developing a Guide on sustainable consumption, a recognition scheme, an online product directory, a mobile application and a series of roving exhibitions to raise awareness and encourage commitments across the board to promote sustainable consumption.
This is a guide to facilitate understanding of business sector and the general public on the background and importance of sustainable consumption.
Please click HERE for the full version of the guide.
organic, forest-friendly, harmless to marine life, etc.
energy-efficient, water-efficient, recycled content, eco-packaging, etc.
good manufacturing practices, fairtrade products, etc.
The mobile app is to be developed to enable the general public to obtain information on sustainable consumption. It includes an introduction to sustainable consumption and a directory of sustainable products and stores.
The Recognition Scheme aims to encourage enterprises to consider the environmental and social impacts of the products and services they purchased, and to recognise companies which show commitment to sustainable consumption. Companies are welcome to join as "Sustainable Consumption Enterprise" or "Sustainable Product Supplier". Outstanding participants will be recognised by an award scheme under this programme. For enquires and details, please contact Mr Sam Chan (T. 2784 3914) or Mr Cannes Wong (T. 2784 3957) or E. suscon@bec.org.hk .
To promulgate the concept of sustainable consumption to different sectors of the community, a total of 6 roving exhibitions will be arranged at shopping malls and housing estates.
Il) What is Sustainable Consumption Enterprise?
For enquires and details, please contact Mr Sam Chan at T. 2784 3914 or E. suscon@bec.org.hk .
To join as Sustainable Consumption Enterprise, please submit the application form with supporting document(s) to suscon@bec.org.hk.
IlI) What is Sustainable Product Supplier?
For enquires and details, please contact Mr Cannes Wong at T. 2784 3957 or E. suscon@bec.org.hk .
To join as Sustainable Product Supplier, please submit the application form with supporting document(s) to suscon@bec.org.hk.