Kai Tak Sports Park has introduced its first large-scale waste decomposition system, which will officially operate during the Hong Kong International Sevens Rugby Tournament, following successful testing. This system will process food waste and paper waste collected during the event.
The park management stated that the system can convert over 200 tons of food waste, paper cups, and other paper containers into compost each year. It is expected that nearly 85% of solid waste will evaporate as water vapor after processing, helping to reduce waste disposal during large events and further promoting green sports development in Hong Kong.
The system is anticipated to handle up to 600 kilograms of waste daily, transforming it into useful compost. It will operate 24 hours a day, using heating, stirring, and deodorizing techniques to effectively convert 600 kilograms of waste into 100 kilograms of compost, with the remainder released as steam, significantly reducing the waste generated during events.
Additionally, the buildings within the sports park are equipped with the latest energy-efficient systems to lower overall energy consumption. More than 10% of the roof area is covered with solar panels, providing hot water and electricity, which effectively reduces carbon emissions by approximately 1,000 tons annually.
The venue also features a rainwater harvesting system, which, after treatment, meets about 25% of the irrigation needs for various facilities. The park has a greening rate of over 30%, with more than 1,000 trees planted to mitigate the urban heat island effect and enhance visual comfort.
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