Hong Kong Sport and Sustainability Summit 2025 (HKSSS)
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Posted On March 23, 2025
Hosted by Hong Kong China Rugby and Rugby For Good, the Hong Kong Sport and Sustainability Summit 2025 is taking place in a jam-packed Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens on Wednesday 26th March at Centricity in LANDMARK.
Updated 24 March – Panel Discussions
The first HKSSS took place in 2024 and was very interesting as a range of high-profile guest speakers engaged across several subjects. The theme this years is “Inspiring action and driving impact, and discussions will be held on the role of sport in developing and delivering sustainability goals and “actionable strategies for the sports sector to champion environmental stewardship and social progress.”
HKSSS Event Highlights
Value of Sport Lunch
An annual tradition since 2013, the Value of Sport Lunch will return with the support of the New Zealand Consulate General and Laureus Sport for Good.
This year’s lunch will feature world-renowned athletes and industry leaders discussing how sport can drive positive societal change. Past attendees have included representatives from leading corporations such as HSBC, Cathay Pacific, Richemont, AXA, AIG and Tencent, as well as philanthropic foundations like the Hong Kong Jockey Club and Kadoorie.
Panel Discussions
The HKSSS will host a series of panel discussions, each addressing a critical aspect of sport and sustainability. Explore critical topics like the business imperative for sustainability in sports, climate change’s impact on the industry, and evolving stakeholder expectations.
Photo Credit – HKCR – 2024 HKSSS
Collaborative Networking
Connect with peers to spark partnerships and co-create solutions for a sustainable future in sport.
See more from the 2024 edition here.
Confirmed Speakers – Hong Kong Sport and Sustainability Summit 2025
HKSSS is due to run from 08:00 – 16:30 HKT and there are different sessions planned.
WHY – Rethinking The Game 10:00 – 11:00
Looks to examine the role of sports in environmental and social impact, why these issues are so important to sport, why sport is so important in addressing them, and what the business case is for action.
WHO – Playing Our Part 11:30 – 12:30
Who should be involved, aiming to identify the key players in the sporting landscape who are essential to advance environmental, social and inclusivity issues within the sports sector.
WHAT – Playing For The Future 13:30 – 14:30
What sport can achieve for society, exploring the proactive steps that sports organisations can take, and provide some examples of what sport can do to contribute to sustainability and social well-being?
HOW – A Playbook for Progress 15:00 – 16:00
Pulling together the learnings from the day, outlining actionable strategies to tackle sustainability and social challenges while unlocking new opportunities for community engagement.
- Christine Loh: Chief Development Strategist, Institute for the Environment, HKUST
- Jamie Farndale: GM of Club Development and Sustainability, Hong Kong China Rugby
- Gill Meller: Director – Legal & Governance, MTR
- Robbie McRobbie: Executive Manager – Charities, The Hong Kong Jockey Club
- James Irvine: Director – Commercial, Kai Tak Sports Park
- Garrick Lau: Head of Sustainability and Shared Value, Nan Fung SEWIT
- Chris Mastaglio: Director – Sport For Development, ChildFund
- Natalie Wu: Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Hongkong Land
- Marcel Muenster: Sports Entrepreneur, Team Co-Owner and Marathon Runner
- Kirsten Mundy: Director – Government, Infrastructure and ESG, KPMG
See more details here – registration required.
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