The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government has unveiled a plan to revolutionize public transport by introducing 700 electric buses and 3,000 electric taxis by 2027 as part of a broader strategy to eliminate fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2050. This initiative, announced by Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin-wan, aims to address the significant carbon emissions produced by the public bus and taxi fleets in the city. Highlighting the environmental impact of transportation, Tse emphasized the need to reduce carbon emissions, with vehicles currently contributing to 20% of Hong Kong's total emissions. To support this transition, the government plans to install 500 new rapid charging ports across the city, ensuring that passengers will not bear the costs of the infrastructure. Subsidies will be provided for the replacement of old taxis with electric models and for the acquisition of electric buses. These measures are expected to enhance the availability of charging infrastructure and promote the adoption of electric vehicles in the region. Despite the challenges related to affordability, with electric buses costing more than diesel-powered ones, the government remains committed to facilitating the transition gradually. The decreasing price gap between electric and traditional vehicles, coupled with the increasing number of electric private vehicles on the roads, indicates a positive trend towards sustainability. Secretary Tse expressed confidence that the expansion of charging infrastructure and the introduction of new electric vehicle models will further drive down costs. This green initiative aligns with the nation's broader environmental goals, including peaking carbon dioxide emissions before 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060. The roadmap for public buses and taxis reflects a comprehensive approach towards sustainable transportation, emphasizing the importance of reducing carbon emissions and promoting a cleaner and greener future for Hong Kong.