CUHK Business School academia turns sustainable insight into impact in The Economist’s event
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School partnered with Economist Impact to empower business leaders in accelerating the sustainability transition across Asia. At the Sustainability Week Asia in Bangkok on 25-26 March 2025, our academic experts engaged with around 1,000 senior business and sustainability leaders, sharing insights to shape a more sustainable future.
CUHK Business School was proud to contribute to the dialogue through two spotlight interviews featuring Professor Lisa Wan Chun-ying and Professor Johnny Li Siu-hang.
Professor Wan explored sustainable tourism, addressing the environmental impact of hospitality and tourism. She delved into the sector’s vast energy and water consumption, and the role of psychological distance tourists perceive in waste generation. Professor Wan introduced the idea of ‘green luxury’, blending opulence beyond materialism with sustainability, as the basis for creating brand-new experiences for eco-conscious travellers.
Professor Li tackled the critical issue of pension sustainability, emphasising the challenges posed by Asia’s longevity issues. He discussed the broader implications for environmental and societal sustainability, proposing strategies to ensure financial security and dignity for the ageing population and future generations.
Additionally, Professor Sean Zhou Xiang participated in exclusive meetings with esteemed industry leaders, discussing innovative business models and research collaborations.
Hundreds of delegates visited our Insight Kiosk to exchange ideas with our experts and explore our wide range of research in sustainability featured in China Business Knowledge.
Professor Li and Professor Wan also discussed with local media on the development of sustainable tourism and pension sustainability in Thailand, translating their expertise into a regional context.
As a leading force in business education and research, CUHK Business School remains committed to fostering sustainability in the Greater Bay Area, Asia-Pacific, and beyond. Our initiatives, including the Business Sustainability Index (BSI), a regional benchmark recognising outstanding corporate sustainability performance, underscore our dedication to shaping responsible business leadership.
