The Observatory participates in the Guangdong-Hong Kong inter-comparison on ambient gamma radiation measurement

The Observatory participates in the Guangdong-Hong Kong inter-comparison on ambient gamma radiation measurement

Stephen Lau Po-wing

The Guangdong-Hong Kong inter-comparison on ambient gamma radiation measurement, hosted by the China Institute of Atomic Energy, was conducted in Hong Kong from 18 to 20 November 2024. Experts from the Hong Kong Observatory, technical parties in Guangdong province, and the Macao Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau participated in the exercise. During the exercise, all experts exchanged views and ideas on various aspects including radiation monitoring methodology, data quality and technical developments, to ensure the reliability of measurement results among the participating parties.

Participating parties conducting ambient gamma radiation measurement in King's Park.