The HKSAR Government aims to push forward sustainable construction techniques by adopting low-carbon construction measures in public housing developments. The Director of Housing Duncan Pescod highlighted the low-carbon construction measures being adopted in the Kai Tak Site 1A housing project. He said they can reduce carbon emissions by 24%, amounting to 54,000 tons during the project's construction. This is the amount of carbon absorbed by more than 2 million trees a year.
     The project has environment-friendly features, such as a photo-voltaic system utilising renewable energy, efficient light fittings, and a rainwater harvesting and plant irrigation system. Recycled materials have also been widely used for construction works. Other green initiatives include wider adoption of prefabricated components such as volumetric precasting of bathrooms and kitchens.
     The Kai Tak Site 1A public housing development covers 3.47 hectares and will provide 5,200 flats, scheduled for completion by early 2013. It will provide a green living environment for about 13,000 people.