GREEN$ Electronic Participation Incentive Scheme and Mobile App
Overview
To encourage the public to engage in clean recycling through Environmental Protection Department (EPD)'s community recycling facilities, the EPD has introduced the GREEN$ Electronic Participation Incentive Scheme under the Smart Recycling System. This scheme is applicable across all GREEN@COMMUNITY recycling facilities in Hong Kong.
When submitting recyclables at community recycling network, the public only needs to use the GREEN$ Mobile App or present their GREEN$ physical card to earn GREEN$ Points. These points can then be redeemed for gifts, thereby enhancing public environmental awareness and promoting waste reduction and recycling as a daily habit. Gifts include daily necessities, groceries, and environmentally friendly products. Public can also choose to donate their points to designated charities to help those in need.
The GREEN$ Electronic Participation Incentive Scheme (GREEN$ ePIS) will be further digitised through linking with the electronic payment platform, AlipayHK, making it more convenient and flexible for citizens to use their recycling points in their everyday life, thus truly embed recycling into daily routines.
Click here for more details about New Measures of Digitalisation of GREEN$ Electronic Participation Incentive Scheme.
Download the GREEN Mobile App
How to earn GREEN$ Points
To earn GREEN$, members of the public can present the QR code generated by the GREEN$ Mobile App or the QR code printed on the back of the GREEN$ card when submitting recyclables. GREEN$ Points can be redeemed for gift items provided by the EPD.
Click here to view the Green$ Conversion Rates and Gift Redemption List.
Dynamic QR Code and QR code screenshot prevention mechanism
To enhance security of GREEN$ App accounts, GREEN$ Mobile App is launching two new features, including dynamic QR code and QR code screenshot prevention mechanism. Registered physical card users will not be affected and may continue to scan the QR code on the back of the cards for recycling, redemption, and other functions. The two new features will undergo a trial launch on 23 October 2026.
All GREEN$ users must update the GREEN$ mobile app by 16 November 2026, to continue using all features normally. All screen captures of static QR codes will expire and become invalid for use.
(1) Dynamic QR code
The member QR code in the app will now be time-sensitive. The screen will display a valid QR code with a 5-minute countdown timer, during which members can perform operations such as recycling or gift redemption. If the QR code expires, the system will automatically generate a new dynamic QR code, allowing members to continue their transactions seamlessly.
(2) QR code screenshot prevention mechanism
GREEN$ mobile app will introduce a QR code screenshot prevention mechanism. When members attempt to capture a screenshot of their member QR code, a warning prompt will pop up informing them that the page cannot be captured.
How to redeem GREEN$ rewards
Members can also redeem gift items with assistance from the staff at GREEN@COMMUNITY.
To cater for the needs of different members of the public, one physical gift redemption point will be retained in each of the 18 districts across Hong Kong, making a total of 18 locations throughout the territory. Residents of the outlying islands (including Cheung Chau, Peng Chau and Lamma Island) can continue to redeem physical gifts at their respective Recycling Spots.
Click here for details of the 18 GREEN@COMMUNITY Redemption Points for Physical Gifts.
GREEN$ x Carbon Wallet Pilot Collaboration Program
GREEN$ has launched a pilot collaboration program with MTR's carbon emission reduction reward platform "Carbon Wallet". Members using the GREEN$ mobile app can convert their GREEN$ points to "Carbon Wallet" points to redeem rewards including free single journey MTR tickets. Click here to view more details about the pilot collaboration program.
GREEN$ x MoneyBack Point Conversion
GREEN$ has introduced a new e-point conversion feature through a pilot program in collaboration with the AS Watson's reward platform "MoneyBack". Members using the GREEN$ mobile app can convert their GREEN$ points to "MoneyBack" points, which can be directly redeemed at over 500 associated outlets, including supermarket, personal care stores, and electric appliance stores etc. Click here to view more details about e-point conversion.
GREEN$ x A. Point Conversion
Starting from 4 May 2026, GREEN$ users can convert their GREEN$ Points directly into AlipayHK A. Point. This expands usage for GREEN$ and offers the public more convenient and diversified reward options, encouraging ongoing participation in waste reduction and clean recycling. Once converted, A. Point can be used flexibly for everyday expenses— covering a wide range of everyday scenarios, including online shopping, bill payments, transportation, retail, and dining. Click here for details on converting into A. Point.
How to check my GREEN$ balance
GREEN$ members can check their points directly through the GREEN$ Mobile App.
GREEN$ members can also check their GREEN$ balance with assistance from the staff at our GREEN@COMMUNITY, including Recycling Stations, Recycling Stores, and Recycling Spots.