The Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme's second phase has come into operation, with its coverage extending to washing machines and dehumidifiers.
The Environment & Conservation Fund has approved a total of $13 million to support two scientific studies conducted by local universities on air pollution.
Secretary for the Environment Edward Yau anticipated all pre-Euro and Euro I buses will be retired no later than 2012 and 2015, respectively, while Euro II buses will retire by 2019.
Secretary for the Environment Edward Yau hopes the $300 million Pilot Green Transport Fund will attract car manufacturers, universities, and science research and development institutions to work with Hong Kong's transportation providers to develop green technology.
Green scheme: Secretary for the Environment Edward Yau and Under Secretary for Education Kenneth Chen officiate at the Green Lunch Charter launch on February 26. Full Story