The First Award for Actual Carbon Footprint

Sets a new benchmark for the Hong Kong F&B sector

This is a groundbreaking initiative that
revolutionises the recognition of environmentally responsible dining establishments. This prestigious accolade sets a new benchmark for the Hong Kong food and beverage (F&B) sector by incorporating actual audited carbon emissions.

The awards inspire positive change

For the first time ever, the award evaluates not only culinary excellence but also each restaurant’s carbon footprint, ensuring transparency and accountability. By promoting sustainable practices, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and responsible sourcing, the award inspires positive change.

Establishes industry-wide carbon emission standards

With a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change, the award establishes industry-wide carbon emission standards. It celebrates restaurants that prioritize environmental stewardship, encouraging a greener and more sustainable F&B sector in Hong Kong.

Shape a sustainable future for dining in Hong Kong

Join us on this transformative journey to shape a sustainable future for dining in Hong Kong.
The award sets a powerful precedent, driving innovation and exemplifying the potential for environmental responsibility in the culinary industry.

Increase media coverage in the green aspect

Gain recognition as a sustainable leader in F&B sector

Enrich your sustainability actions and reports

Sustainable Restaurant Award 2024 Ceremony

Join us for the Sustainable Restaurant Award 2024 Ceremony on November 1st, 2024, at the AsiaWorld-Expo (inside Eco Expo Asia) in Hong Kong!

This special event will honor the incredible restaurants making strides in sustainability and innovation within the culinary industry. Together, we’ll celebrate their commitment to eco-friendly practices and community engagement.

Event Details

🗓 Date: November 1, 2024

🕑 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

📍 Location: Business Exchange, Hall 6, Eco Expo Asia 2024, AsiaWorld-Expo

10:30 - 11:00

Welcome and Registration

11:00 - 11:15

Welcome Speech

Mr. Kevin Ng
CEO, InnoBlock Technology Limited

Mr. Anthony Lam
Executive Deputy Chairman of FHKI and Chairman of Hong Kong Q-Mark Council

Dr. William Yu
CEO, World Green Organisation

11:15 - 11:20

Group Photo Taking

11:20 - 11:55

Award Presentation

Low Carbon Award

Sustainable Restaurant of The Year

11:55 - 12:00

Award Winner Story Sharing

12:00 - 12:25

Green-tech Solution Sharing

Champion Group International Limited
Greener Kitchens: Advancing Sustainability with Heat Recovery Dishwashers

Chomp Limited
CHOMP: A Solution to Food Surplus

Hong Kong Productivity Council
Achieving Sustainable Development of Food Industry Via Upgrading Production Lines & Buildings

12:25 - 12:30

Closing Remarks & Thank You

Entry Procedure

Submit application (now until the end of Sep 2024)

Registration is now open. After submitting the registration form, we will contact you to arrange payment of the entry fee.

- Restaurant with ≤ 4 outlets HKD28,000
- Restaurant with ≥ 5 outlets HKD48,000

Submit carbon data for award (Sep 2024)

After successfully participating in the competition, restaurants need to submit carbon emission data from January to December 2023 through the TT Green® Lite platform. The Awards Framework includes six attributes.

Audit by BSI (Oct 2024)

After successfully submitting the data, TT Green will calculate and produce a carbon emissions report based on Evaluation Criteria. The report will be submitted to BSI for on-site inspection and auditing to ensure everything is accurate. The verified report will also be returned to the restaurant.

Award ceremony (1 Nov 2024)

An award ceremony will be held at ECO Expo Asia 2024 for the following awards

- Sustainable Restaurant of the Year
- Sustainable Restaurant – Low Carbon Award

Awards Framework
Evaluation Criteria

Water

- Landscaping
- Kitchen

Waste

- Recycling
- Waste Reduction
- Food Waste Diversion
- Food Waste Reduction

Energy

- Heating, Cooling, Ventilation
- Water Heating
- Lighting
- On-site Electricity Production
- Renewable Energy

Food

- Local Food
- Vegan and Vegetarian Menu Options
- Sustainable Seafood
- Sustainable Food & Beverage

Transportation

- Procurement Transportation
- Distribution Transportation

Reusables and Disposables

- Limiting Disposable Waste
- Disposables and Reusable Alternatives
- Compostable Disposables in a Close Loop Waste Stream

These evaluation criteria prioritise fairness and acknowledge the varying sizes and operations of restaurants. The focus is on recognising the restaurant with the low carbon emissions overall, as well as commendable efforts in reducing environmental impact relative to their individual circumstances.

01 Eligibility

Carbon emissions will be evaluated to determine eligibility, taking into account the varying sizes and operations of participating restaurants.

02 Sustainable Restaurant of the Year

This prestigious award will be granted to the restaurant with the lowest audited carbon emissions among all contestants, considering their respective sizes and operations.

03 Sustainable Restaurant - Low Carbon Award

Restaurants whose final audited carbon emissions fall below the calculated average/mean will be recognized for their outstanding efforts in reducing their environmental footprint, considering the unique characteristics of each establishment.

Contestants’ Benefits:

Enjoy All Exclusive Free Rewards