City University of Hong Kong professor says necessary to develop green energy infrastructure

To reduce climate change risks, countries need to change their approach to trade and investments, Professor Alfred Ho from the City University of Hong Kong told Report on the sidelines of COP29.

He noted that about 30 students from the City University of Hong Kong are participating in the COP29 conference.

"We want to learn more about sustainable development, climate financing, and study global governance and multilateral cooperation to advance the climate agenda," he said.

Ho emphasized that COP29 will place serious emphasis on involving not only governments but also the private and financial sectors in climate issues.

"Time is running out, and we urgently need to develop infrastructure for green energy. More substantial changes are needed in countries' approaches to trade and investment to reduce risks associated with climate change and adapt to potential risks. In the future, sea levels might be higher, and temperatures will continue to rise. Therefore, there is an urgent need to expand green energy infrastructure," he said.