Also discussed here: Budget Speech by the Financial Secretary (Hong Kong (HKSAR) - Fostering Economic Diversification, Feb. 23, 2011)
And here: Pilot Green Transport Fund - Proposed Implementation Framework (10 page pdf, Advisory Committee on the Environment, Nov 8, 2010)
Although much remains to be done to reduce traffic congestion in the former British colony, much credit should be given to the current administration for targeting roadside emissions in its budget for 2011.
Key Quotes:
“91. To encourage the transport sector to test out green and low-carbon transport technology, I propose to set up a $300 million Pilot Green Transport Fund for application by the industry, initially by the public transport operators. I hope that this Fund will encourage the industry to introduce more innovative green technologies, such as the use of buses, public light buses, taxis, and ferries that employ green technologies, and help nurture the budding of green technology in Hong Kong.
92. The use of low-emission and energy saving transport will not only help improve roadside air quality, but also reduce carbon emissions and promote a low-carbon economy. I hope that the transport industry will actively try out innovative green technologies, contributing to better air quality and the health of people living in Hong Kong.”
“122. On improving roadside air quality, the new Pilot Green Transport Fund, set up to encourage the transport sector to test out green and low-carbon transport modes and technology, will be open for application by end-March.We are also preparing for a number of trial schemes in collaboration with the franchised bus companies, including the trying out of hybrid buses on busy corridors and retrofitting of Euro II and III buses with catalytic reduction devices to meet the Euro IV emission standard.”
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