Life of Guangzhou - Energy Saving Key to HK's Development

Citizens participate in the activities in the E&M Safety Carnival. [chinanews.com]

Director of Hong Kong Electrical & Mechanical Services Ho Kwong-wai says only when there is a balance among electrical and mechanical safety, energy efficiency and economic development can Hong Kong be recognized as a world-class metropolis.

Opening the E&M Safety Carnival at Victoria Park, Ho pointed out that socio-economic development must integrate with electrical and mechanical safety and energy efficiency.

Kids are playing games in the carnival. [chinanews.com]

He added the community should also maintain a high level of awareness of electrical, mechanical and gas safety and energy efficiency.

The Government had been actively promoting these issues with strong support from various sectors and community groups, demonstrating a high spirit of collaboration.

The carnival is part of the E&M Safety Campaign which aims to boost the community's awareness of safety and good practices in the use of electrical appliances and installations, gas appliances, lifts and escalators, amusement rides.

It also promotes energy efficiency. A total of 15 organizations have joined this year's campaign. (by Liang Tao)