PolyU concludes successful debut at Innovation Zero World Congress 2026

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) successfully made its first participation at the Innovation Zero World Congress 2026, the UK’s largest low‑carbon innovation event, held at Olympia London on 28–29 April.

During the Congress, PolyU showcased a range of sustainability‑driven innovations, covering areas such as renewable energy enhancement, advanced cooling solutions, and smart materials. These innovations garnered strong interest from participants across industry, government, and academia.

In addition to the exhibition, Prof. Ni Meng, Associate Dean (Research) of the Faculty of Construction and Environment and Chair Professor of Energy Science and Technology of PolyU, joined the panel session “Global Lessons: International Pathways to Energy System Transformation,” sharing insights on clean‑energy research and policy developments in the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong. 

The PolyU delegation also visited the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, where they met with representatives from the Department of Science and Technology to explore opportunities for strengthening China–UK collaboration in research and innovation.

These engagements underscore PolyU’s commitment to leveraging research excellence to build global partnerships and contribute to addressing critical global challenges, from achieving a net‑zero transition to ensuring long‑term sustainability.

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