Statement of Intent with Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department
On Wednesday, October 26, at the EcoExpo Asia in Hong Kong,
EPA will sign a Statement of Intent with the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department (HK EPD),
outlining a strategy to expand regional cooperation, promote “low
carbon, high technology and low pollution” communities, and expand
capacity in environmental protection. This non-binding statement of intent signifies a key turning point in the relationship between the two agencies. Following the signing, the two agencies plan to develop a workplan that addresses EPA‘s Six Global Priorities. Joint activities will be based on shared priorities and lead to measurable environmental results for the U.S., Hong Kong, and other areas in the Asia-Pacific region.
This is the first time the two agencies have agreed to integrate key regional initiatives to improve coordination and applify the results of regional collaboration.
The strategy focuses our collaboration on fundamental challenges, such as air and water quality protection and waste management. These efforts will protect our shared environment as well as support the development of practical and cost effective environmental solutions. This will drive innovation and technology, environmental jobs, and economic opportunities in the United States, Hong Kong, and throughout the Asia Pacific region.
Malcolm Jackson, EPA Assistant Administrator for Environmental Information and Chief Information Officer, will also meet with Hong Kong Environment Secretary Edward Yau and Portland Mayor Samuel Adams, who is leading a delegation of green energy firms participating in Hong Kong EcoExpo Asia. AA Jackson and Mayor Adams will also lead a roundtable with Microsoft and IBM in Hong Kong to discuss the nexus of sound economic growth, a healthy environment and sustainability.
Additional details, photographs, and the Statement of Intent text will be posted after these engagements.
Bennett Hong
Vice-Director Global Sales and Marketing
bhong@metone.com
Ph: 541 471 7111