CLPe and Henderson Land Team Up to Transform Metro City Plaza into a Sustainable Community

HONG KONG, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CLPe and Henderson Land have been collaborating closely to decarbonise Henderson Land properties. Building on successful joint projects at Flora Plaza in Fanling and Manulife Financial Centre in East Kowloon, CLPe and Henderson Land enhance collaboration at Metro City Plaza (MCP) in Tseung Kwan O that will integrate Cooling as a Service (CaaS), smart energy solutions, and community education to transform the complex into a sustainable community.

CLPe will install a high-efficiency cooling system at MCP DISCOVERY with artificial intelligence management technologies to optimise system performance. The system is expected to increase energy efficiency by over 50% and reduce annual electricity consumption by more than 30%. This marks Henderson Land's first cooling project in a mall that combines Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Modular Integrated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MiMEP) technologies to accelerate system deployment and enhance overall performance.

CLPe will also introduce "BalanceWave" technology at MCP CENTRAL to lower energy consumption and enhance the stability of the mall's power system by improving power flow and reducing electrical resistance. With the adoption of smart and low-carbon technologies, MCP CENTRAL has become the first shopping mall registered to the BEAM Plus Existing Buildings Version 3.0 programme, setting a benchmark for green building development in Hong Kong.

As part of the initiative, CLPe and Henderson Land will work together to establish an Eco Smart Hub at MCP, deploying advanced technologies and community education to promote low-carbon living to the public, tenants and stakeholders, encouraging active participation and contributing to a sustainable neighbourhood.

CLPe Managing Director Mr Ringo Ng said, "CLPe and Henderson Land are working towards the common goals of advancing energy efficiency and promoting greener, more sustainable buildings, where high-efficiency smart cooling systems serve as a critical enabler of decarbonisation. Building on our successful collaborations, this project takes our partnership further by leveraging innovative technologies and comprehensive decarbonisation solutions to further enhance operational performance of the property. Together, we are driving low-carbon transformation in the community and accelerating progress towards a more sustainable future."

Henderson Land General Manager of Portfolio Leasing (2) Department Mr Terence Chan said, "Henderson Land places great importance on innovation and sustainability, proactively integrating them into all aspects of the Group's businesses and operations, to create a healthier and greener community. With MCP being awarded by the Green Building Council in 2025, we will continue to collaborate closely with CLPe and all sectors to introduce and promote more decarbonisation solutions, enhance community education, and contribute to a better and more livable future for the generations to come."

In addition to MCP in Tseung Kwan O, CLPe will introduce CaaS at MOSTown (Phase 5) in Ma On Shan. The system is expected to achieve an energy efficiency improvement of over 30% and annual electricity savings of more than 20% and will go into operation in the second quarter of 2026.

Looking ahead, CLPe and Henderson Land will build on the integrated project at MCP to extend diversified decarbonisation solutions to more properties across Henderson Land's portfolio to enhance the properties' sustainability performance. The initiatives include smart energy solutions, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, green building certifications, and community engagement.

About CLPe

CLPe, a wholly owned subsidiary of CLP Holdings Limited, is dedicated to advancing the transition to low-carbon energy and sustainable development in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. The company delivers large-scale energy infrastructure and offers one-stop energy management solutions, comprising cooling, solar power generation, energy storage systems, electrical and mechanical engineering, and smart energy services. Its "Build-Own-Operate-Transfer" model effectively supports customers in achieving energy saving and carbon reduction goals. CLPe actively promotes electric vehicle charging and liquefied natural gas bunkering services to support the development of green transport. For more details, please visit www.clpesolutions.com.

About Henderson Land Group

Founded in 1976 and listed in Hong Kong since 1981, Henderson Land Development Company Limited (Stock code: 12) is a leading property group, focusing on Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland. Henderson Land is carrying on its legacy into the future, curating a property portfolio that grows from strength to strength and encompasses award-winning landmark projects such as the International Finance Centre complex and The Henderson.

In addition to its core business in property development and property investment, the Group holds strategic investments in two listed subsidiaries (namely, Miramar Hotel and Investment Company Limited and Henderson Investment Limited) and three listed associates (namely, The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (which in turn has equity stakes in a listed subsidiary, Towngas Smart Energy Company Limited), Hong Kong Ferry (Holdings) Company Limited and Sunlight Real Estate Investment Trust).

Henderson Land is dedicated to the long-term commitment of sustainability and is a pioneer in green building and sustainable practices, which harness innovation and technology to create new, smarter living. The Group is also a strong advocate of social responsibility and invests in a broad range of community causes and initiatives. For more information, please visit www.hld.com.

 

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CLPe and Henderson Land Team Up to Transform Metro City Plaza into a Sustainable Community

CLPe and Henderson Land Team Up to Transform Metro City Plaza into a Sustainable Community

KANAZAWA, Japan, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kanazawa Biyori, a regional media platform rooted in Hokuriku, is committed to sharing the living culture of this region with a broader audience — not only its celebrated landmarks, but the traditions that continue to define what it means to call this city home. The Hyakumangoku Festival is the beating heart of Kanazawa: magnificent, historic, and unmistakably alive.

The Procession That Defines a City

The Hyakumangoku Festival is held each June in commemoration of Lord Maeda Toshiie's triumphant entry into Kanazawa Castle on June 14, 1583 — the moment that laid the foundation of the Kaga Domain and shaped the city as we know it today. Now in its 75th edition, the festival runs from Friday, June 5 to Sunday, June 7, 2026, transforming the center of Kanazawa into a stage for one of Japan's most spectacular civic celebrations.

At its heart is the Hyakumangoku Gyōretsu — a procession of breathtaking scale and pageantry that departs from the iconic Tsuzumimon Gate at Kanazawa Station and winds its way through the city to Kanazawa Castle Park. On Saturday, June 6, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., the streets of Kanazawa belong entirely to history brought to life.

This Year's Highlight: Where Living Tradition Meets National Drama

The defining draw of this year's festival is a convergence that happens once in a generation. Lord Maeda Toshiie will be portrayed by Daito Shunsuke, and his consort Omatsu-no-Kata by Sugai Yuka — both currently starring as Toshiie and Matsu in Toyotomi Kyodai!, the 2026 NHK Taiga Drama.

For those unfamiliar with the format: the NHK Taiga Drama is Japan's most prestigious historical drama series, broadcast annually by the national public broadcaster since 1963. In Japan, historical figures are often remembered — and reimagined — through the lens of whoever portrayed them in a given year's Taiga. To see these actors step from the screen into the streets of Kanazawa, embodying the very figures who built this city, is an experience with few parallels.

A Procession of Power and Craft

The Gyōretsu is more than a parade — it is a living tableau of Kaga culture in motion. Music corps perform at three points along the route, filling the streets with sound and energy. The Kaga Tobi — the storied firefighters of the Edo-period domain — take to the street four times, their acrobatic ladder performances drawing gasps from the crowd. The thunderous Kaga Shishi lion dance, a designated cultural property of Kanazawa, moves through the procession with an energy that is as ancient as it is electric.

This year, the procession once again incorporates the Kiriko float parade from Noto — a powerful gesture of solidarity with the region's ongoing recovery from the 2024 earthquake. The sight of Noto's lantern floats moving through the streets of Kanazawa carries a meaning that no words can fully capture.

Three Days of Living Culture

The festival extends well beyond the Gyōretsu. Across three days, a series of events deeply rooted in Kanazawa's cultural identity are planned. The Hyakumangoku Takigi Nō is set to bring Noh theater to life under the open sky, performed by firelight in the grounds of Kanazawa Castle Park — a hauntingly beautiful tradition. The Hyakumangoku Chakai tea ceremony will offer visitors a window into the refined world of Kaga's tea culture. And as night falls, the Hyakumangoku Odori Nagashi fills the streets with dance, open to all — no experience, no affiliation required.

An Invitation

Kanazawa Biyori shares this festival not simply as a seasonal event, but as a window into the soul of this city — a place where history is not preserved behind glass, but performed, danced, and lived each June. Whether you come to watch or to join, the Hyakumangoku Festival is Kanazawa at its fullest.

• Information The 75th Hyakumangoku Festival
  Dates: Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7, 2026 Main Event — Hyakumangoku Gyōretsu: Saturday, June 6, 2:00–6:00 p.m. Location: Central Kanazawa (departing from Tsuzumimon Gate, Kanazawa Station)

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Hyakumangoku Festival in Kanazawa: A Grand Procession Rooted in Samurai Legacy