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NewsFredrick Leong Wins Prestigious Eco-Business Sustainability A-List award

4 June 2025 | 2 min

Asia Pacific design, engineering, and advisory company Aurecon is pleased to announce that Fredrick Leong, Executive Director of Environmental Planning and Green Building in Hong Kong, has been awarded the Eco-Business Sustainability A-List award, recognising his dedication to advancing environmental sustainability across Asia Pacific.

With over 26 years of experience, Fredrick has contributed to the evolution of Hong Kong’s environmental, sustainability, and built environment through decarbonisation strategies, digital solutions, and partnerships. His collaborative approach has supported landmark projects aligned with global sustainability goals, including the design for zero carbon buildings, green and healthy building certifications (BEAM Plus, LEED, China 3-Star, WELL, etc.), Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and initiatives that advance Hong Kong’s transition towards carbon neutrality.

Fredrick Leong receives the Eco-Business Sustainability A-List Award, honouring his leadership in advancing environmental sustainability across Asia Pacific. Image courtesy by Eco-Business.

Fredrick Leong joins fellow award recipients for a group photo at the Eco-Business A-List Awards, celebrating collective efforts in sustainability leadership. Image courtesy by Eco-Business.

Fredrick Leong and Brian Cabrera represented Aurecon at the Eco-Business A-List Awards gala, celebrating sustainability leaders driving positive change in the region. Image courtesy by Fredrick.

Fredrick Leong conducts a site visit, ensuring sustainable outcomes for key environmental projects. Image courtesy by Fredrick Leong.

Fredrick Leong visits an ecological floating island, reflecting his passion for environmental innovation. Image courtesy Fredrick Leong.

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Fredrick Leong receives the Eco-Business Sustainability A-List Award, honouring his leadership in advancing environmental sustainability across Asia Pacific. Image courtesy by Eco-Business.

Fredrick’s recent works include his significant roles as the Environmental Team Leader for the North East New Territories Landfill Extension, EIA Leader for the Widening of Yuen Long Highway, Environmental Engineering and Sustainability Rating System Leader for the design of Hung Shui Kiu Station, and Environmental Sustainable Consultant and Environmental Performance Assessment Advisor for the Kwun Tong Composite Development, to achieve low-to-zero carbon footprints, sustainability, and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) KPIs through adopting 'carbon-friendly', innovative construction methods, and mitigation measures to ensure the projects complying with the relevant statutory requirements for environmental protection.

Fredrick also actively supports the development of government policies on air quality, noise control, waste management, and sustainable infrastructure, collaborates with the industry and stakeholders, and contributes insights to various sustainability policies, such as Northern Metropolis Developments. He also works alongside other environmental specialists at Aurecon to expand ESG services in Asia and shares global best practices through his engagement with local and international professional bodies related to sustainability, environmental, water, green buildings and engineering.

Fredrick’s achievements align with Aurecon’s focus on embedding sustainability into every project. The company partners with clients to deliver innovative solutions that balance ecological, social, and economic priorities.

Ray Chan, Managing Director for Hong Kong & Macau at Aurecon, said, “Fredrick’s humility, expertise, and collaborative spirit exemplify Aurecon’s values. His recognition by Eco-Business underscores the importance of integrating sustainability into every layer of our work. We are proud to support his efforts in creating lasting positive change for our communities.”

Fredrick Leong added, “This award reflects the collective efforts of Aurecon’s teams, clients, and partners. Together, we are privileged to contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.”