“Science in the Public Service” (SIPS) is a joint campaign by government bureaux and departments, as well as other organizations to promote their scientific work and application of technology to the provision of services for the general public. A series of public forums and lectures on the theme “20 Years of ‘Science in the Public Service’: Improving Livelihood through Science and Innovation” will be held from August to December on 2026. All forums and lectures will be held at the Lecture Hall of the Hong Kong Science Museum. In addition, science exploration activities, site visits, and workshops are also available. For details, please visit the SIPS webpage.

Don't miss the chance to enrich your knowledge in science and better understand the scientific work of various government departments and relevant organisations!
Participants will recieve a stamp after attending any one of the lectures, forums or science exploration activities of "Sceince in the Public Service". Upon collection of Five stamps, participants can redeem a souvenir.
*Souvenirs are available on a first come, first served basis while stock lasts.

Details of the forums and lectures scheduled for November are as follows:
Venue: Lecture Hall, Hong Kong Science Museum
Quota: 226 people (admission is free, and seats are available on a first‑come, first‑served basis)
Suitable for: General Public
Language: Cantonese
Website: https://www.science.gov.hk/#/en?filter=info_talks

The role of insects in advancing the circular economy
Date: 19 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
Speakers: Prof. Matthew LUI (Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University)

Reform of Official Statistical Information Dissemination Services
Date: 19 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 15:15 - 16:00
Speakers: Mr. CHAN Kin-kwok, Kent (Senior Statistician, Census and Statistics Department)

Subsidy Schemes to Extend Fibre-based Networks and 5G Coverage in Rural and Remote Areas
Date: 19 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 16:00 - 16:45
Speakers: Mr. Orion TO (Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager, Office of the Communications Authority)

How can technology create Climate-Resilient Living Environments?
Date: 19 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 16:45 - 17:30
Speakers: Ms Liz Or (Deputy Manager, Hong Kong Red Cross Community Resilience Service)

 Details of the site visits scheduled for December are as follows:
Website: https://www.science.gov.hk/#/en?filter=visit_content

Community Tour on Climate Disaster at Lei Yue Mun
Organisation: Hong Kong Red Cross Community Resilience Service
Date: 5 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Venue: Sam Ka Tsuen and Ma Wan Village, Lei Yue Mun
Gathering point: Lei Yue Mun Archway
Suitable for: General Public
Quota: 30 people
Fee: Free of charge
Language: Cantonese
Application: Please complete the online registration form.
Deadline: 12 November 2026 (Thursday) [First come, first served]
Enquiries: 2507 7069

Kwun Tong Tsui Ping River Tour
Organisation: Drainage Services Department
Date: 13 December 2026 (Sunday)
Time:      (Group 1) 10:00 am - 11:30 am
(Group 2) 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Venue: Tsui Ping River
Gathering point: The open space between Kwun Tong Swimming Pool and Kwun Tong Recreation Ground (near Tsui Ping Road)
Suitable for: Aged 9 or above (Each participant aged 9–11 must be accompanied by at least one adult aged 18 or above)
Quota: 50 people (25 participants for each group)
Fee: Free of charge
Language: Cantonese
Application: Please submit the completed registration form by email to [email protected] for registration.
Deadline: 29 November 2026 (Sunday) [First come, first served]
Enquiries: 3965 8159

District Cooling System and Education Path Guided Tour
Organisation: Electrical and Mechanical Services Department
Date: 19 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 noon
Venue: Electrical and Mechanical Services Department Headquarters and Kai Tak District Cooling System
Suitable for: General Public
Quota: 30 people
Fee: Free of charge
Language: Cantonese
Application: https://esurvey.emsd.gov.hk/form/view/13b373cc-1792736678153 (Registration opens on 23 November 2026)
Deadline: 12 December 2026 (Saturday) [First come, first served]
Enquiries: 2808 3400

Details of the workshop scheduled for December are as follows:
Website: https://www.science.gov.hk/#/en?filter=workshop_content

Clash of the Cities: Mission Net-Zero
Organisation: School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong
Date: 4 December 2026（Friday）
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Venue: Libratorium A, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (Location: Run Run Shaw Library Floor Plan)
Suitable for: Secondary School Students, University Students, and General Public (Participants should bring a laptop)
Quota: 21 people
Fee: Free of charge
Language: English
Introduction: In this workshop, participants work in groups of three, taking on the roles of the Municipal Department, Recycling Plant, and Trading Broker to jointly operate a city's circular economy system. Each group must manage continuously generated waste through processes such as sorting and recycling, quality upgrading, urban development, and material auctions. They must balance three key indicators, carbon emissions, city wealth, and public health, to avoid bankruptcy or environmental collapse. Cities can also trade resources with one another, allowing participants to grasp the core concepts of a circular economy through both cooperation and competition as they advance toward the "Net-Zero" mission.
Application: Please complete the online registration form.
Deadline: 1 December 2026 (Tuesday) [First come, first served]
Enquiries: 3442 4665