The global production of electronic waste has been steadily increasing, yet as of 2022, less than a quarter of it is being recycled. Against this global backdrop, Hong Kong, as a highly developed urban centre, also faces significant challenges in electronic waste management. This study examines the current e-waste recycling system in Hong Kong and the environmental impacts of e-waste, particularly in brownfield areas in the New Territories. The design vision aims to propose a new e-waste recycling system for Hong Kong to improve the ecological, social and cultural environment of areas contaminated by e-waste. By focusing on regeneration and sustainable practices, the ultimate goal is to achieve a zero e-waste circular economy in Hong Kong. Read more


Academic Supervisor: Jason Hilgefort

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