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Hong Kong public bodies failing to disclose emissions data, study finds

A recent study by The Green Earth in Hong Kong revealed that approximately half of the city's public bodies have failed to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions data. The report, which analyzed 82 public entities, found that while 41 did publish emissions data, a significant portion, around eight, used outdated emission factors. This practice could lead to inaccurate estimations of emission reductions, prompting calls for more robust carbon reporting and the establishment of clear reduction targets for the public sector to meet Hong Kong's 2050 carbon neutrality goal. AI

RANK_REASON The item is a report from a green group about data disclosure practices, not a direct policy announcement or regulatory action.

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Hong Kong public bodies failing to disclose emissions data, study finds

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Theodora Yu ·

    Half of Hong Kong’s public bodies omit emissions data, green group finds

    Half of Hong Kong’s government departments and public bodies have not disclosed their greenhouse gas emissions data and some calculations have been based on outdated information, a green group has found. The findings from The Green Earth have prompted calls for stronger carbon re…