ABOUT CRYSTAL CLIMATE CHARITY FOUNDATION
Established in 2022 by Mr. Kenneth LO, Crystal Climate Charity Foundation (the “Foundation”) is a charitable trust (exempt from tax under section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance) in Hong Kong.
The Foundation is committed to promote education on climate change as well as to relieve poverty due to climate change in Hong Kong and the operating countries of Crystal International Group Limited, including but not limited to Bangladesh, Cambodia, Mainland China, Sri Lanka and Vietnam.
INITIATIVES
Crystal Climate Charity Foundation (the “Foundation”) has invested in various projects promoting education on climate change as well as relieve poverty due to climate change since 2022.
Light Up Communities in Vietnam near YDVL and CETVN
The Foundation is pleased to announce the completion of two more solar streetlights projects in partnership with Crystal Group's factories in Vietnam in January 2024, which are the project with YDVL in Phu Tho Province (the "YDVL Project") and the project with CETVN in Binh Duong Province (the "CETVN Project" ), serving communities near YDVL and CETVN. These projects mark a significant step in Crystal Group's commitment to environmental protection and community support.
YDVL Project
51 sets of solar streetlights were installed on the inter-commune road connecting Xuong Thinh to Tung Khe in the Cam Khe district. The YDVL Project creates a safe neighborhood at night for residents nearby, including 860 YDVL workers who regularly pass this road.
Photos of YDVL Project:
CETVN Project
The Foundation has successfully installed a total of 57 sets of solar streetlights in Ngoc Quy Social Protection Facility (the "Facility") (Cơ sở Bảo trợ xã hội Ngọc Quý), Binh Chuan Secondary School (the "School") (Trường Trung học cơ sở Bình Chuẩn) and Binh Chuan 21 Street (Đường Bình Chuẩn 21). All CETVN workers and members of the Facility and the School, which amounted more than 2,500 people, could benefit from the CETVN Project.
Photos of CETVN Project:
These locations, previously without adequate lighting, now enjoy the benefits of renewable energy, which improves night-time visibility and enhances security for residents.
Mr. Kenneth LO, the Chairman of Crystal Group and the Foundation, said
"Our solar streetlights projects in the areas surrounding Crystal Group's factories go beyond just improving infrastructure; it also demonstrates our strong commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainable environmental protection. As we illuminate the roads and facilities by the solar streetlights, we are also lighting the way for a brighter, greener future for our workers, their families, and the surrounding communities in needs."
Jan
2024
Vietnam
Dec
2023
Vietnam
Crystal Climate Charity Foundation Completes the First Solar Lighting Project in Vietnam (near Regent 1, 2 & 3)
The Foundation is pleased to announce the completion of the solar lighting project in partnership with Regent 1 & 2 of Crystal Group in serving communities near Regent 1, 2 and 3 (the "Project"). The Project is the Foundation's first solar lighting project in Vietnam, which installed a total of 72 sets of solar streetlights in remote residential areas of Hai Duong Province, Vietnam including Nguyen Giap commune in Tu Ky District, Lai Vu commune in Kim Thanh District, Ai Quoc commune in Nam Sach District and Hoang Hoa Tham commune in Chi Linh District. The Project benefits more than 250 workers and residents nearby Regent 1, 2 and 3, and achieves the goal of "Lighting up country roads with green energy". Although the installation of solar streetlights in remote mountainous areas was full of challenges, the lighting effect is better than expected. The local government and residents of the communities are very satisfied and express their heartfelt gratitude to the Foundation and Crystal Group for the support. All solar streetlights have been awarded to the local governments on 26th and 27th December 2023.
Kenneth LO, the Chairman of Crystal International and the Foundation, said
"We thank and recognise the colleagues from Regent and the local authority for their efforts and the cooperation in this Project. The Foundation will continue to support the local community in fighting against climate change by various climate poverty relief projects."
Meanwhile, following the success of this Project, the Foundation is going to launch other new solar streetlights projects in other regions in Vietnam in near future to fulfil the Foundation's objective of relieving climate poverty.
Establishment of Climate Education Scholarships with Two Local Universities to Encourage Young Generation in Pursuing a Career in Tackling Climate Change
To promote climate education and innovative ideas from the young generation to tackle climate change, the Foundation has established undergraduate students' scholarship program, "Crystal Climate Charity Foundation Scholarship" (the "Scholarship(s)") with City University of Hong Kong ("CityU") and Hong Kong Metropolitan University ("MU"), respectively. Commencing from the academic year 2023/24, the Foundation will provide financial support to the scholarship program for CityU and MU for a duration of two years. Each year, the Scholarships will be awarded to up to 12 students of environment or energy-related disciplines with outstanding academic performance and strong passion for developing climate change resilience and advancing net zero.
Oct
2023
Hong Kong
Sep
2023
Hong Kong
The Foundation Sponsored the World’s Largest Sustainable Fashion Design Competition, "Redress Design Award 2023"
The Foundation is also committed to promoting education on sustainable practices in the fashion industry for alleviating the impact of climate change. As the climate education partner, the Foundation sponsored the world's largest sustainable fashion design competition, "Redress Design Award 2023" (the "Award"), to support emerging designers while encouraging them to embrace circular fashion principles. Organised by Redress, a Hong Kong-headquartered, Asia-focused environmental NGO, the Award educates emerging fashion designers about sustainable design theories and techniques in order to reduce waste and motivate the fashion industry and consumers to drive growth towards a circular fashion system. Entries to the Award were received from over 40 countries globally. For more details about the Award, please refer to the link below for full press release on Redress Limited's official website:
https://www.redressdesignaward.com/s/RDA-2023-Winners-Press-Release-1.pdf
The Foundation Completes the First Solar Lighting Project near Yi Da Manufacturer Co., Ltd. in Cambodia
The Foundation is pleased to announce the completion of the first solar lighting project in partnership with Crystal Group in serving the communities near Yi Da Manufacturer Co., Ltd. ("YDCL") (Address: Phum Russey Srok, Khum Chheu Teal, Srok Kien Svay, Kandal Province, Kingdom of Cambodia). YDCL in Cambodia (the "Project"). A total of 90 sets of solar streetlights are installed in three sites, including Russey Srok Secondary School, Russey Srok Village, and the main road outside YDCL. The solar streetlights provide sustainable lighting in the school, and along the road in front of the school, two streets in the village and the 500-metre-long main road in the east outside YDCL. The solar streetlights provide a safe environment for the local communities at night by renewable energy. This Project is part of the Foundation's climate poverty project providing the solar streetlights for communities in need near Crystal's factories.
Kenneth LO, the Chairman of Crystal International and the Foundation, said
"Through installing solar streetlights, we light up the local communities and demonstrate how to utilise clean and renewable solar energy to create a safe neighbourhood. The Project also deepens the bonding and engagement with the stakeholders in the communities at the same time. Together, we can make a lasting and positive impact on the lives of those in need."
Sep
2023
Cambodia
2023
Vietnam & Cambodia
Climate Change Poverty Relief Projects in Vietnam and Cambodia
The Foundation is exploring opportunities in carrying out climate change poverty relief projects in communities nearby factories of Crystal International Group Limited in Vietnam and Cambodia. Relevant feasibility studies and preparation works are started. Various stakeholders like local villagers and government authority were engaged. Relevant projects shall be rolled out in due course.
English Competition and Activities on Climate Change Education Organised by English Wise Learning Center
The Foundation started the climate change related education in Hong Kong by subsidising the speech competition and online English classes on climate change organised by English Wise Learning Center in the amount of HK$100,000. A total of 80 students and 120 students participated in the speech competition and online English classes, respectively. These activities raised the awareness of participants on environmental concerns and educated them concepts, issues on climate change, and strategies for combating climate change.
2023
Hong Kong
Aug
2023
Mainland China
Renewable Energy Showcase and Education Pilot Project of Law Ting Pong Secondary School (Shunde District, Foshan City)(佛山市順德區羅定邦中學)
With the advocacy and support of the Foundation and the local authority, the rooftop solar photovoltaic (“PV”) project of Law Ting Pong Secondary School (Shunde District, Foshan City) in the amount around RMB500,000 was just completed. This project includes the installation of solar PV panels on the rooftop of one of the school buildings of a total area of 700 sq. metres with total capacity of approximately 124kW. It is estimated that in the next 25 years upon installation of solar PV panels, electricity of approximately 3.8 MWh will be generated and the emission of carbon dioxide will be reduced by approximately 3,800 tonnes. This project aims at educating the public about sustainable living and promising return from renewable energy generation.
WORK WITH US
HOW TO APPLY FOR FUNDING
We are eager to support projects that contribute to promoting education on climate change as well as to poverty relief due to climate change in Hong Kong and the operating countries of Crystal International Group Limited, including but not limited to Bangladesh, Cambodia, Mainland China, Sri Lanka and Vietnam.
Please follow the instructions below to help us continue selecting the right initiatives.
THE PROCESS
Please submit a brief letter (no more than two sides of A4 paper) containing a summary of your organisation, its goals and objectives, the amount of funding you require and an explanation of its intended use. You can either send a letter or an email to the addresses opposite.
If we are interested in your proposal, we will contact you to explore further and explain the next steps*.
*Please note that an annual report and/or audited accounts will be required.
