AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLandfill Watch: Macau’s EPD is investigating suspected leachate leakage at the West New Territories Landfill after leachate was found at a stormwater outfall linked to Tai Shui Hang; most was intercepted by a silt curtain, and early water tests showed normal dissolved oxygen and pH, while more sampling and contractor actions (tankers, upstream diversion, extra sandbags and silt curtains) are underway. Heat Safety for Workers: DSAL is stepping up inspections and heatstroke prevention for outdoor workers as summer intensifies, including 495 site checks in June and measures like cooling vests, heat-resistant clothing, sun protection and portable fans, plus calls for clearer guidelines. Urban Renewal Planning: Macau is consulting on amendments to its Urban Master Plan, including possible land premium reductions for urban renewal, with residents raising concerns about timelines, ecological limits, and whether major projects could worsen traffic and strain the environment. Circular Education Push: Canon Hong Kong’s 15th “Ink Cartridge Recycling” award ceremony in Hong Kong highlighted school-based recycling and environmental education through student competitions and STEAM workshops. Marine Data for Conservation: HKUST launched the public WavyOcean 3.0 digital twin platform to make ocean ecosystem data easier to explore and use for marine conservation, including views of Pearl River Estuary freshwater dispersion into the South China Sea. Built-Environment Climate Work: UM professor Zeng Zhaoyun helped revise an ASHRAE Position Document on Climate Change, focusing on how buildings and HVAC&R systems can support both mitigation and adaptation.
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