Smart City Study Tour to Singapore

Four S5 students emerged as the overall champion in the “Innovation for Smart City Competition 2023” organized by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.  As a reward, the winners embarked on a 5-day study tour to Singapore from August 6 to 10, 2023, exploring urban development, smart city technologies, and climate change initiatives.

They visited renowned institutions such as the Singapore Land Authority, Centre for Nature-based Climate Solution, and Future Cities Laboratory.  Engaging with officials and scholars, they learned about geospatial technologies, land management, and climate change mitigation.  This firsthand exposure showcased innovative approaches to global challenges.

A highlight of the tour was the visit to the City Gallery and CapitaSpring, Singapore’s second tallest skyscraper awarded the President’s Design Award.  The experience emphasized urban greening’s importance, inspiring sustainable practices in Hong Kong.

Overall, the tour left a lasting impact, expanding horizons and fostering enthusiasm to advocate for positive change in our communities.