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11/11/2026
Beyond the Classroom: SEE Students Explore Climate Science and Careers at the Hong Kong Observatory
On 17 October 2026, Prof. Yucheng Lin, Assistant Professor from the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), led students from the course GE1301 Climate Change and Extreme Weather, along with faculty member Prof. Peipei Chen and SEE postgraduate students, on an experiential learning visit to the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO).
11/11/2026
Professor Lin Zhang Elected Vice President for Academic Affairs of the International Association for Energy Economics
Professor Lin Zhang from the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) has been elected Vice President for Academic Affairs of the International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE), one of the world's leading professional organizations dedicated to energy economics research and policy.
11/11/2026
SEE PhD Student from Professor Jian Wang’s Group Publishes Cover Article in Energy & Environmental Science
The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is pleased to announce that PhD student Mr Chi Zhang from Prof. Jian Wang’s research group, has co-authored a cover article published in Energy & Environmental Science (EES).
04/11/2026
Groundbreaking Study Led by Prof. Edwin Tso Develops New Infrared-Transparent Aerogel, Boosting Passive Cooling Performance by up to 5.2°C
As rising global temperatures drive up air-conditioning use, energy consumption and carbon emissions continue to escalate. Addressing this challenge, a research team from the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) has developed an advanced white infrared-transparent aerogel (WITA).
02/11/2026
Driving the Green Transition with Data: Prof. Peipei Chen Featured on She Impacts@CityUHK
Prof. Peipei Chen, Assistant Professor of the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), was recently featured in the She Impacts@CityUHK series, highlighting her dedicated work in turning net-zero ambitions into practical reality.
02/11/2026
SEE Leaders and Experts Shape Dialogues on Climate Science and Green Tech at the 3rd Green Tech Summit 2026
The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) proudly participated as an Academic Partner of the 3rd Green Tech Summit 2026, organized by GoImpact and held on 21 to 22 October 2026 at the Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong.

Seminars & Events

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Nov 2026

10:30

11:30

SEE Distinguished Visiting Professor Lecture - Harnessing Biomass for Environmental and Energy Solutions Environmental and Energy Solutions

Professor Ning Yan, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Sustainable Bioproducts, University of Toronto

The School of Energy and Environment

at City University of Hong Kong aims to be a leading School in the Asia-Pacific region specializing in cutting-edge research in energy and environment and in the training of energy and environment professionals.

Advancing research in targeted themes of benefit to societal needs in energy, environment, and sustainability; Educating engineers and professionals at undergraduate and graduate levels adopting holistic approaches which provide innovative solutions to local and regional problems in energy, environment, and sustainability; Maintaining a collaborative and supportive atmosphere for students, faculty, alumni and other stakeholders in advancing our interdisciplinary research and educational objectives.

Research

Faculty Profile

Mr. Cham Leung Raymond FONG

Adjunct Professor
Prof. Alex Kwan Yue JEN

Lee Shau Kee Chair Professor of Materials Science
Chair Professor of Chemistry and Materials Science

Fellow, European Academy of Sciences
Member, Washington State Academy of Sciences
Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science
Fellow, The Materials Research Society
Fellow, The American Chemical Society
Fellow, The American Chemical Society, Div. of Polymeric Materials Science & Engineering
Fellow, The Optical Society of America
Fellow, The International Society of Optical Engineering
Prof. Alicia K.J. AN

Adjunct Professor
Prof. Benjamin HORTON

Dean
Chair Professor of Earth Science
Prof. Carol LIN

Professor
Prof. Chunhua LIU

Chair Professor of Electrical Energy Engineering
Prof. Edwin C. Y. TSO

Associate Dean (Internationalisation and Outreach)
Chair Professor of Energy and Sustainability
Prof. Fatwa F. ABDI

Associate Professor
Prof. Guohua CHEN

Adjunct Professor
Prof. Angus Hin-Lap YIP

Chair Professor of Photovoltaics
(Joint appointment with Department of Materials Science and Engineering)
Prof. Jason C. H. LAM

Associate Professor
Prof. Jian WANG

Associate Professor
Prof. Jin SHANG

Professor
Prof. Johnny CHAN

Emeritus Professor
Prof. Kaixin LIN

Global Research Assistant Professor (GRAP)
Prof. Kenneth M. Y. LEUNG, B.B.S., JP, PhD, FRSB, FRSC, FSETAC

Chair Professor of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, Department of Chemistry
Associate Dean (Outreach and Internationalisation) of College of Science
Director of State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Health (City University of Hong Kong)
B.B.S., JP, FRSB, FRSC, FSETAC
Prof. Liang DONG

Associate Professor
(Joint appointment with Department of Public and International Affairs)
Prof. Lin ZHANG

Professor
Prof. Michael K. H. LEUNG

Shun Hing Education and Charity Fund Professor of Energy and Environment
Chair Professor of Renewable Energy
Director, Ability R&D Energy Research Centre (AERC)
Prof. Moriaki YASUHARA

Professor
Prof. Patrick LEE

Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies)
Professor
Prof. Patrick SIT

Associate Professor
Prof. Ping HAN

Associate Professor
Prof. Sai Kishore RAVI

Assistant Professor
Prof. Sam H.-Y. HSU

Associate Professor
Prof. Shauhrat S. CHOPRA

Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies)
Associate Professor
Prof. Theodora NAH

Associate Professor
Prof. Wei WU

Professor
Prof. Wen-Xiong WANG

TUYF Chair Professor in Oceanography
Chair Professor of Environmental Toxicology
Prof. Xi CHEN

Assistant Professor
Prof. Xue WANG

Assistant Professor
Prof. Xuneng TONG

Assistant Professor
Prof. Henry Y. HE

Associate Professor
Prof. Yun Hau NG

Adjunct Professor
Prof. Zhenbin WANG

Assistant Professor
(Joint appointment with Department of Materials Science and Engineering)
Prof. Zhiguo Yuan AM

Chair Professor of Urban Water Management
Global STEM Professor
Director, JC STEM Lab of Sustainable Urban Water Management
Prof. Anqi SUN

Research Assistant Professor
Dr. Chi Kin Lawrence POON

Adjunct Professor
Dr. Denis Y.W. YU

Adjunct Professor
Ir Dr. Anthony LO

Adjunct Professor
Ir Harry H C LAI, BBS

Adjunct Professor

Students & Alumni

A Dream Come True
Man Hei Jeffrey CHANG
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering (Class of 2020)
As an Engineer, as a Fencer
Yuen Ching Nicola MAU
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science & Engineering (Class of 2017)
Digital Summer at Lung Fu Shan Environmental Education Centre
Bik Ching CHEUNG
Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering (Local Student)
Gap Year before the Final-year
Shing Lai Nick HO
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering (Local Student)
I don’t work in Engineering Field
On Yi Annie WONG
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science & Engineering (Class of 2016)
Landing my Dream Job
Young Jin YU
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science & Engineering (Class of 2019)
Multicultural SEE
Minjee PARK
Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering (International Student from Korea)
Opportunities and Growth in SEE
Wai Yu Nancy MAK
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering (Local Student)
Research to Discover
Yin Hau LAM
Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering (International Student from Malaysia)
Supercharge Your Future
Ho Ching Daniel WAN
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science & Engineering (Class of 2020)
Unique Experience in SEE
KIRUPAKARAN Shruthe
Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering (International Student from India)
University of South Carolina – the BEST Exchange Experience Ever
Lai Yun Max CHOI
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science & Engineering (Class of 2019)
Unlock Your Potential in Professional Development
Ka Wing Natalie LAW
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science & Engineering (Class of 2016)
What can I do to make the world a better place?
Zhi Kiet Harry LAM
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science & Engineering (Class of 2016)
Where is my Next Stop - Let Curiosity be the Guide
Chang Ting Amy WANG
Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering (Class of 2017)