Long term objective: |
Formulate policies and implement measures to promote energy efficiency and conservation, and the development of renewable energy in Hong Kong. |
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2010 Targets |
Progress in 2010 |
2011 Targets |
i. |
Take forward the legislative process for mandatory implementation of the Building Energy Codes. |
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Achieved.
The Buildings Energy Efficiency Ordinance was enacted in November 2010. |
i. |
Fully implement the second phase of the mandatory energy efficiency labelling scheme in September 2011. |
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ii. |
Prepare for full implementation of the second phase of the mandatory energy efficiency labelling scheme in September 2011. |
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Achieved.
The second phase of the mandatory energy efficiency labelling scheme will be fully implemented in September 2011, after the 18-month grace period for the trade to make necessary preparation. |
iii. |
Launch a public consultation on restricting the sale of energy-inefficient incandescent light bulbs and formulate the way forward. |
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Working toward target.
The public consultation on restricting the sale of energy-inefficient incandescent light bulbs is under preparation. |
iv. |
Commence construction works for the District Cooling System in the latter half of the year. |
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Achieved.
The construction works for the District Cooling System has commenced. |