However, given the amount of waste cities are producing, it is a question whether a “zero-waste city” is possible.

The “Zero-waste city” is an emerging concept for urban resource management. However, given the amount of waste cities are producing, it is a question whether a “Zero-waste city” is possible. A similar concept can be applied to the business. Hong Kong has been investing new infrastructures to address the increasing volume of municipal waste as the city is running out of the landfill space. Although substantial investment has been made, it remains uncertain whether Hong Kong can achieve zero waste in future.
In this homework, you are asked to write an essay to answer the two questions: 1) what new infrastructures or facilities did Hong Kong develop or test to treat municipal waste? 2) what other emerging technologies can Hong Kong explore to develop a zero waste city? Please elaborate why the technologies you propose can be effective with evidence of success and impacts.
Below are the rubrics:
Focus:Relevant cases and critical information are presented
Quality of Interpretation:Well-defined suggested solutions with solid evaluation
Organization:Content indicates synthesis of ideas, in- depth analysis and evidences original thought and support for the topic
Development: Main points well developed with high quality and quantity support. Reveals high degree of critical thinking
Format:The format is clean and easy to follow. The writing is neat
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