The 2025 United Nations China Youth Environment Forum, held in Hong Kong on October 29, 2025, brought together approximately 150 participants to discuss carbon neutrality education and regional ecological cooperation. Titled ‘Beautiful China, Zero Carbon Action,’ the event featured representatives from ecological and educational departments across the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao, alongside experts, youth delegates, and educators. The forum was co-organized by the United Nations Environment Program’s Chinese Office and China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment, with support from the Hong Kong SAR government and a Shenzhen-based overseas friendship association. Keynote speeches and experience-sharing sessions highlighted China’s progress in ecological civilization education and showcased the collaborative efforts of its youth in building a sustainable future. China’s Vice Minister of Ecology and Environment, Yu Huiwen, underscored Hong Kong’s pivotal role in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) as a bridge for ecological protection and international cooperation. Hong Kong’s Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Tse Chin-wan, reiterated the city’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, aligning with national dual carbon goals. The forum also provided a platform for global environmental experts to share insights on climate change, fostering a deeper understanding of carbon neutrality among young participants and inspiring a sense of mission.