From thermal stress to health risk: Energy and housing injustice in Hong Kong's subdivided homes

Key Points

• Health risks associated with thermal stress are prevalent in subdivided homes in Hong Kong, posing severe threats.
• An energy justice framework is essential to address the inequities faced by residents living under such conditions.
• The assessment highlights urgent housing and health policy reform needs due to rising thermal risks.
• Overall implications reveal a pressing call for broader energy and housing justice initiatives in densely populated areas.