Marking its 10th anniversary, the HSUHK Innovation Project Competition 2025 stands as a milestone celebration of a decade-long commitment to nurturing creativity, fostering innovation, and driving real-world impact. Organised by the Teaching and Learning Enhancement Section of the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL), this year’s Competition culminated on 27 February 2025, bringing together some of HSUHK’s brightest minds to pitch their groundbreaking ideas in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).
What started in 2015 as a platform to ignite student-led innovation has now grown into one of HSUHK’s most anticipated and influential competitions, empowering students to turn ideas into action. Over the past decade, the competition has inspired hundreds of student teams to develop creative solutions across various industries, and connected young innovators with industry leaders, offering mentorship and real-world exposure.
To commemorate this remarkable journey, the “HSUHK Innovation Project Competition – A Decade of Innovation” exhibition was held at the HSUHK Library, showcasing past award-winning projects and the transformative ideas that have shaped the competition’s legacy.
ESG@HSUHK: Innovating for a Sustainable Future
This year’s theme, ESG@HSUHK, challenged students to develop pioneering solutions that integrate sustainability into campus life, business strategies, and technological innovations. From green infrastructure and carbon reduction strategies to AI-driven ESG applications and socially responsible business models, students demonstrated their ability to tackle pressing global challenges with creativity and purpose.
A Transformative Learning Experience
This year, participants embarked on an intensive innovation journey, enriched by a series of expert-led workshops, industry talks, and experiential learning opportunities:
- From Green Buildings to Scenic Routes: An Eco Tour Experience (9 Jan) – Exploring sustainable urban planning and eco-friendly infrastructure on campus and beyond
- Write Your Successful Proposal: Begin with the End in Mind (16 Jan) – A hands-on workshop on crafting impactful project proposals.
- ESG Journey Starts Here: Inspiring Sustainable Innovations at HSUHK (16 Jan) – Understanding ESG principles and their real-world applications.
- Impact Innovation: Secrets to Unlocking Your Creative Mind (23 Jan) – Cultivating creative problem-solving skills for ESG-driven solutions.
- Tour to “The Henderson” (10 Feb) – A behind-the-scenes look at one of Hong Kong’s most sustainable office buildings.
- Facilitative Questioning in ESG Consultation (13 Feb) – Strengthening critical thinking and strategic questioning skills.
- Pitch Your Pitch (20 Feb) – A final opportunity for teams to refine their presentations before the grand finale.
The Grand Finale: Showcasing a Decade of Talent
The Competition reached its peak on 27 February, when six shortlisted teams presented their ESG ideas before a panel of esteemed judges, including (presented in alphabetical order by last name): Dr Chan Chi-kit (Director of Institute for Youth Sustainability Leadership), our head judge Dr Ben Cheng (Director of Centre for Teaching and Learning), Mr Ricky Lam (Associate Dean (Enterprise and Business Engagement), School of Business), Dr Thomas Man (Director of Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship), Ms Antonia Yeung (Associate Vice-President (Development and Campus Services)), and Mr Johnny Yu (Head of Sustainability, Henderson Land). We also cordially invited Mr David Wong, Lecturer from the Department of Management, to witness the fruits of his consultation.
Before the Pitching Competition, a symbolic Kick-Off Ceremony set the stage for this landmark 10th edition, where distinguished guests illuminated the letters “TLE & IPC”, representing Teaching & Learning Enhancement Section and the Innovation Project Competition. This act of illumination was a tribute to a decade of innovation, honouring ten years of ideas that sparked change. The glowing letters stood as a visual metaphor, reminding all that innovation, when nurtured, brightens the path toward a sustainable and forward-thinking future.
Recognising Excellence & Driving Real-World Change
The Martin Ka Shing Lee Innovation Awards, made possible by a generous donation in 2023 from Dr Martin Lee Ka-shing, GBS, JP, Chairman of Henderson Land Group, were presented to the most outstanding projects. This encouraging support continues to fuel innovation, technology advancement, and youth development at HSUHK.
Celebrating a Legacy, Building the Future
As the HSUHK Innovation Project Competition 2025 comes to a close, it is evident that this 10th-anniversary edition is more than just a celebration—it is a turning point for the future. Over the past decade, the Competition has evolved into a catalyst for change, empowering students to become leaders in innovation and sustainability.
A huge congratulations to all participants for their brilliance, dedication, and creativity! The HSUHK community eagerly anticipates the transformative impact your ESG@HSUHK projects will bring to both our campus and the wider world.
| Champion & Honourable Mention (Presentation) |
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| Team name: ESGoGoal Theme: Environmental: Eco-friendly campus, Natural and biodiversity preservation, Healthy campus and responsible living; Social: Diversity and inclusivity, Community engagement, Social mobility and wellness; and Governance: Compliance and ethics policies, and Mitigation of risks Team members: Ko Tsun-ming (BBA – Supply Chain Management, Year 4) Ho Tsz-ming (BBA – Supply Chain Management, Year 4) Ren Chi-yan, William (BBA – Supply Chain Management, Year 3) |
| 1st Runner-up & Honourable Mention (Proposal Write-up) |
| Team name: Echo Theme: Social: Diversity and inclusivity Team members: Chan Ka Fai, Robert (BSC – Data Science and Business Intelligence, Year 4) Lam Tsz Ching (BSC – Data Science and Business Intelligence, Year 4) |
| 2nd Runner-up & Honourable Mention (Innovativeness) |
| Team name: PlantCare Theme: Environmental: Natural and biodiversity preservation and Eco-friendly campus Team members: Susan Gurung (BSC – Applied Computing, Year 4) Mohammad Luqman (BSC – Applied Computing, Year 4) |
| Honourable Mention (Relevance and Impact) |
| Team name: UHelp Theme: Social: Social mobility and wellness, Community engagement, and Diversity and inclusivity Team member: Chan Ka Ying (BBA – General Business, Year 2) |
Before the Pitching Competition, a symbolic Kick-Off Ceremony set the stage for this landmark 10th edition, where distinguished guests illuminated the letters “TLE & IPC”, representing Teaching & Learning Enhancement Section and the Innovation Project Competition.
HSUHK Innovation Project Competition 2025 student innovators, together with judges, consultant and guests from Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Champion & Honourable Mention (Presentation): ESGoGoal and Mr Johnny Yu
1st Runner-up & Honourable Mention (Proposal Write-up): Echo and Ms Antonia Yeung
2nd Runner-up & Honourable Mention (Innovativeness): PlantCare and Dr Ben Cheng
Honourable Mention (Relevance and Impact): UHelp and Dr Chan Chi Kit
Dr Ben Cheng, Head Judge & Director, Centre for Teaching and Learning
Dr Chan Chi Kit, Director, Institute Youth Sustainability Leadership
Mr Ricky Lam, Associate Dean (Enterprise and Business Engagement), School of Business
Ms Antonia Yeung, Associate Vice-President (Development and Campus Services)
Mr Johnny Yu, Head of Sustainability, Henderson Land
