HKBU researchers awarded Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF) – Environmental Research, Technology Demonstration and Conference (RTDC) Projects 2022-2023
Seven HKBU researchers have been awarded the Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF) under the key funding scheme of Environmental Research, Technology Demonstration and Conference (RTDC) 2022-2023. The seven projects received a total of HK$5.7 million, ranging from HK$0.5 million to HK$1.3 million for each awarded project.
The ECF was set up by the HKSAR Government to provide funding support for educational, research and other projects and activities relevant to environmental and conservation matters. The key objectives are to promote individual behavioural and lifestyle changes to achieve sustainable development, and develop or introduce innovative technologies and practices to improve the environment and conserve resources. RTDC is one of the three major funding schemes under the ECF.
List of HKBU awarded scholars (in alphabetical order by Department/School and surname)
Department of Biology
Associate Professor
Project Title: Reconstruction of Food Web in the Southern Marine Waters of Hong Kong using Gut Content Metabarcoding
Dr Ip Chi Ho
Research Assistant Professor
Project Title: Using eDNA metabarcoding to monitor the changes in fish communities after the deployment of artificial reefs in South Lantau Marine Park
Professor Jonathan Wong
Professor
Project Title: Development of a novel combined thermal and biological strategy for food waste digestate disposal
Professor and Associate Head of Department
Project Title: Applicability of eDNA metabarcoding in fish community monitoring: Case study in Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park
Research Assistant Professor
Project Title: Advanced processing of food waste digestate for hydrogen production and nutrients recovery based on catalytic wet oxidation: a zero-waste strategy contributing to Hong Kong's decarbonization goals
Department of Geography
Associate Professor
Project Title: Optimal planning of greenhouse gas monitoring sites in Hong Kong
Institute of Bioresource and Agriculture
Dr Mathikere Krishnegowda, Manu
Research Assistant Professor
Project Title: End of life scenarios assessment of bioplastics and biomass-based disposable bags/tableware available in Hong Kong: biodegradability and environmental impact
