John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited’s Group Head of Sustainability, Mark Harper, recently assumed a very special role when he took part in the “Star Teacher” programme – an initiative launched by Swire Trust NGO partner, Teach for Hong Kong. By collaborating with industry experts from diverse fields, the scheme aims to improve the quality of education and broaden the horizons of students from grassroots backgrounds. Mark was teamed up with Ms Alisha Kwan, a Teaching Fellow with Teach for Hong Kong and teacher at Delia Memorial School (Hip Wo No.2 College), to co-teach a science lesson for a Form 3 class at the school. Together, they explained the process of refining petroleum, while highlighting ways to contribute to sustainable development.
Mark was impressed by the students’ thought-provoking questions and eagerness to learn about environmental issues. He said: “Young people are key drivers of achieving our sustainability commitments. I hope I have been able to enhance their understanding of environmental and social sustainability and may inspire their interest in pursuing careers in this field.”
Mark uses interactive Q&As to explain the process of refining petroleum.
