Prof. Lin Zhang, Professor in Sustainable Development and Energy Policy at the School of Energy and Environment (SEE), was recently featured in New Energy World, a publication by the Energy Institute, for his expert insights on China’s upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) and its implications for energy policy and global sustainability.New Energy World is a leading publication by the Energy Institute that provides authoritative insights into the global energy industry’s transition toward net zero. It serves as a platform for thought leadership, highlighting innovations and critical develop
Prof. Jung-Eun Chu, Assistant Professor at the School of Energy and Environment (SEE), City University of Hong Kong, was recently featured in a news segment by Al Jazeera, one of the world’s leading international news broadcasters. The segment examined the impact of Typhoon Ragasa—the strongest storm to hit Asia in recent years—and explored the broader implications of climate change on tropical cyclone behavior.In the interview, Prof. Chu explained, “The energy source of tropical cyclone is warm surface ocean. Under warming conditions, they absorb more energy from the ocean, but at the same ti
The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of Dr. Lisa Sun, a PhD graduate from Prof. Jin Shang’s research group, who has been appointed Assistant Professor at the University of Birmingham, ranked 79th globally in the QS World University Rankings, effective from 1 October 2025.Dr. Sun’s journey with SEE began in 2016 as a Research Assistant, where she played a pivotal role in establishing the Gas Adsorption and Separation Laboratory. Her dedication and hands-on contributions were instrumental in buildin
Hong Kong’s natural environment holds remarkable ecological treasures, many of which remain unknown to the public. SEE welcomed Mr. Samson So, Founder and Director of Eco Institute, to deliver a thought-provoking talk titled “Hidden Treasures: The Biodiversity and Conservation of Hong Kong.”
In the wake of Super Typhoon Ragasa’s devastating impact across the region, Prof. Jung Eun-Chu, climate scientist and typhoon expert, and Assistant Professor from the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), was invited by BBC News, one of the world’s largest broadcast news organizations, to share her insights on the intensifying typhoon season and the broader climate dynamics—at a time when the Asia-Pacific region is facing an alarming rise in extreme weather events.In the interview, Prof. Chu discussed the recent impact of Typhoon Ragasa, which had di
The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) successfully participated in Undergraduate Information Day 2025, held on 4 October 2025. The event provided a valuable platform for prospective students, parents, and teachers to explore SEE’s academic programmes and research initiatives in sustainability, energy, and environmental science.SEE engaged actively with prospective students and parents throughout the day. The exhibition booth attracted a continuous flow of visitors, with over 2,600 undergraduate programme leaflets distributed as attendees explored
The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) hosted a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signing Ceremony on 30 September 2025, bringing together distinguished representatives from seven leading organizations in the sustainability and energy sectors. The event marked a significant milestone in SEE’s ongoing commitment to fostering strategic industry partnerships that advance experiential learning and professional development for students.Held at the Senate Room of CityUHK, the ceremony was officiated by Prof. Benjamin Horton, Dean of SEE, who delivered th
From 11 to 12 September 2025, a delegation from the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) conducted a strategic outreach mission in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, Vietnam. The visit aimed to promote SEE’s interdisciplinary PhD programmes, engage emerging research talent, and deepen collaborative ties with three top institutions in the Vietnam National University (VNU) system.Led by Prof. Benjamin Horton (Dean of SEE and Chair Professor of Earth Science), Prof. Theodora Nah (Associate Professor), and Prof. Fatwa Abdi (Associate Professor), the delegation
The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) is proud to announce that 21 faculty members have been named among the “World’s Top 2% Scientists 2025”, a prestigious global ranking published by Stanford University on 19 September 2025. This recognition is part of a broader achievement across City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), where nearly 260 scholars were included in the list.Compiled using key data from Scopus, the world’s largest abstract and citation database, the ranking spans 22 academic fields and 174 sub-fields. It assesses scholars based on the number of citations of their academic p
The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) is pleased to announce the recipients of the SEE Teaching Award (STA) Scheme 2025, which recognises outstanding contributions to teaching and learning.
