AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 minutes agoAir Quality: Smog persisted over Hong Kong on Wednesday after authorities warned of serious health risks. City University climate expert Ben Horton also cautioned that the wet-season monsoon will not quickly end El Niño’s heat and haze. Flood Risk: A PolyU study finds intense tropical-cyclone rainfall is reaching farther inland as coastal waters warm, putting communities more than 100 kilometres from the coast at risk. Climate Finance: The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank plans another climate-adaptation bond in 2027, after discussing resilience funding with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Urban Nature: A global study led by a University of Hong Kong ecologist found city greenery often withstands climate stress better than nearby rural vegetation, helping cool neighbourhoods, support wildlife and absorb rain. Business Emissions: A study of 112 large-cap Hong Kong-listed companies found just 12.5% fully disclosed climate-scenario impacts on finances, despite widespread reporting of climate risks. Cleaner Ports: CLP and Modern Terminals have signed an agreement to advance port electrification and cut maritime emissions.
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