http://www.wwf.org.hk Latest News http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081214.php 74 cities in 62 countries including Hong Kong have committed to switch off for WWF’s Earth Hour in 2009. WWF Hong Kong targets one million local participants in this global climate change movement, making it the largest collective action against climate change in Hong Kong. Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081204.php WWF is delighted to announce today that three renowned chefs in Hong Kong have become WWF's "Ocean Friendly Chefs" and will join hands with the global conservation organisation to promote sustainable seafood. Thu, 4 Dec 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081201.php Hong Kong people are living beyond our planet's means: our ecological footprint per person is more than double the sustainable level, and the carbon component has increased approximately seven-fold since 1965, according to a new report from WWF Hong Kong. Mon, 1 Dec 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081117.php With the support of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, WWF is launching the Ocean Witness Campaign to document the direct experiences of people who are witnessing the changes in Hong Kong's marine environment, making it the first ever documentary account of Hong Kong people's ocean story. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081107.php Swire is committed to the environment and education for the next generation. It has therefore partnered with WWF Hong Kong to develop a tailor-made climate change and sustainability education programme for local primary students. Fri, 7 Nov 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081029.php The world is heading for an ecological credit crunch as human demands on the world's natural capital reach nearly a third more than earth can sustain. Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081026.php WWF's Walk for Nature@ Mai Po was held today, where participants learnt about their ecological footprint and tips on how to live a sustainable lifestyle. Throughout various checkpoint exhibits and activity booths in Mai Po today, participants learnt ways to conserve the environment through the sustainable use of energy, timber, seafood and freshwater resources. Sun, 26 Oct 2008 14:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081015.php WWF hails the Government's decision to ban commercial fishing in all marine parks in Hong Kong and new initiatives to take on Hong Kong's responsibility to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20081013.php WWF Hong Kong calls on Chief Executive Donald Tsang to respond to the public's strong demand for a better environment for Hong Kong in his forthcoming policy address. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080922.php Dr Ren Guoyu, the Chief Expert at the National Climate Centre, China Meteorological Administration, was the key note speaker, and presented awards, at the WWF's corporate membership programme award presentation ceremony. Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:10:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080912.php WWF hails CLP's decision for stopping the LNG Terminal project at the Soko Islands. The immediate threat to Chinese white dolphins at Sokos now removes. However, to ensure the dolphins be free from the threats of other development projects, and to provide long term protect for the high ecological areas, WWF urges the Hong Kong Government to immediately designate the the Soko Islands and Southwest Lantau waters as Marine Parks. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:10:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080829.php WWF today urges the Hong Kong Government to immediately designate the Soko Islands Marine Park and the Southwest Lantau Marine Park, which were endorsed by the government in 2002, following a government announcement yesterday that a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal at Soko islands is unlikely to be needed. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:20:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080817.php WWF today launches a "$3600 Low Carbon Challenge" – a competition to encourage everyone in Hong Kong to practice an energy-efficient and climate-friendly lifestyle. The biggest electricity savers during the five month competition period will be eligible for attractive prizes to green their homes. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080721.php A new study, 'The Value of Carbon in China', commissioned by WWF Hong Kong, provides fresh insights into the growing value of carbon finance to the Chinese sustainable energy market. With over 1000 projects across 15 project types and an estimated of USD 2.5 billion annually in revenue, the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) is demonstrating that putting a price on carbon can support sustainable energy. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080702.php WWF is urgently seeking donations to help WWF’s team in China to save the earthquake panda victims. Wed, 2 Jul 2008 19:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080610.php No more studies, no more consultations, and no more committees, but determined actions from the government! WWF today submitted the Save Our Seas petition signed by almost 60,000 people to the Chief Executive, demanding immediate actions on marine conservation. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080607.php Tomorrow is the World Ocean Day, the annual day for us to reflect on the importance of our oceans, and learn about the threats to ocean life. WWF today announced that over 58,000 people demand immediate actions to save our seas, making it the biggest ever environmental petition in Hong Kong. Sat, 7 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/conservation/reefcheck/ The Hong Kong Reef Check is scheduled to be held between July and September this year. This year WWF invites 8-12 recreational divers to form the WWF Reef Check team and undertakes an underwater survey on the coral habitat in Hong Kong. Wed, 4 Jun 2008 15:20:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080503.php This is the third year of the Hong Kong Underwater Robot Challenge, jointly organized by WWF Hong Kong and City University of Hong Kong. The winning teams today tested their underwater robots in a real marine environment at the Jockey Club HSBC WWF Hong Kong Hoi Ha Marine Life Centre. Mon, 5 May 2008 10:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080417.php The 25th Big Bird Race, organised by WWF on 11-12 April 2008, reached a climax on Saturday night after an exciting 24-hour bird-spotting challenge by 14 teams around the Hong Kong territory. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/20080415.php We now invite 20 members to join our Volunteer Work at Mai Po Nature Reserve (to remove grasses along the sides of the ponds that are encroaching into the open water). The event date is April 27, 2008 (Sun.) 9:00am-1:00pm. Register NOW! Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080410.php WWF Hong Kong is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the annual Big Bird Race fundraising event. 14 birdwatching teams will compete for the top award of 'Bird-watching Champions' by recording as many different bird species as possible within 24 hours in Hong Kong on 11 and 12 April, 2008 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:10:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080327.php A recent study commissioned by WWF found an overwhelming majority of Hong Kong people agree that protection for threatened marine life and habitats in Hong Kong is insufficient. Thu, 27 Mar 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080315.php Dot Cod Seafood Restaurant and Oyster Bar, Ocean Park and WWF today introduced a series of sustainable seafood recipes to children and their parents in Hong Kong through a cooking demonstration and interactive games, echoing the WWF Seafood Choice Initiative. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 16:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080313.php WWF and the Climate Change Business Forum hail the Government's proposal to implement Mandatory Building Energy Codes to enhance the city's energy efficiency and help ease climate change, following the global trend. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080308.php For the first time in Hong Kong, lovers, users and stakeholders of the sea gathered to discuss the problems facing our battered marine environment and to identify solutions for a healthy sea at an "Ocean Summit" hosted by WWF today. Mon, 10 Mar 2008 10:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/oceansummit2008/index.php Do you love the sea? Do you care that it is clean and healthy, with abundant fish and marine life? Do you consider yourself a stakeholder in the state of our local waters? Do you wish your voice to be heard about how the sea and its resources are managed? If the answer to any of these questions is "YES", then take action! Come and take part in Hong Kong's first Ocean Summit on Saturday 8 March. Fri, 29 Feb 2008 15:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080228.php After seven weeks of special care and treatment by Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden (KFBG) and WWF, a Black-faced Spoonbill, recovered from injures caused by an ingested fish hook and fishing line, is ready to go back to the wild and join its flock today at the Mai Po Nature Reserve. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080227.php Turning just one Sumatran province's forests and peat swamps into pulpwood and palm oil plantations is generating more annual greenhouse gas emissions than the Netherlands and rapidly driving the province's elephants into extinction, a new study by WWF and partners has found. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 9:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080226.php WWF expressed deep concerns over the Government's inconsistent policy towards avian influenza and wild birds at the re-opening of the Mai Po Nature Reserve's after its fourth temporary closure. The closures between 2004 and 2007 were all requested as a result of H5N1 infected dead birds found outside of the Reserve. Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080223.php Government officials, wetland experts and academics from Guangdong Province today exchanged experiences on wetland conservation with their Hong Kong counterparts at the City University of Hong Kong. The event is to celebrate the third anniversary of the Rotary Centennial Institute for Wetland Conservation. Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:50:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080220.php Unprecedented levels of transparency and public participation due to new environmental legislation will change the rules for making business in China forever. Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/maipo/updates/20080214.php To celebrate its anniversary, the Rotary Centennial Institute for Wetland Conservation will be organizing a seminar on "Wetland Conservation in Guangdong Province" jointly with Guangdong Provincial Wildlife Conservation Office and Department of Biology and Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong on 23rd February 2008 (Saturday) at 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at Lecture Theatre LT-18, City University of Hong Kong. Fri, 15 Feb 2008 19:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/20080206.php WWF regrets that the Hong Kong Government announced yesterday, that they will close the Mai Po Nature Reserve for 21 days, from 6 to 26 February, as a precaution against bird flu. Wed, 6 Feb 2008 17:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/20080204.php To celebrate the World Wetland Day on 2 February 2008, the Chinese Government announced that six wetland sites in mainland China were designated as “Ramsar Sites” of which three, in Haifeng, Zhangjiangkou and Hong Hu have been actively supported by WWF. Mon, 4 Feb 2008 17:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080119.php WWF Hong Kong today officially opened the Jockey Club HSBC WWF Hong Kong Hoi Ha Marine Life Centre, the first "classroom on the sea" in the world! Sat, 19 Jan 2008 14:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/20080116.php In the Civic Exchange/WWF/Rocky Mountain Institute response to the Scheme of Control consultation we drew attention to the importance of the following four issues. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:38:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080114.php WWF is opening a new boardwalk and associated floating bird-watching hide at the Mai Po Nature Reserve for visitors to get close-up to one of the most magnificent bird migration spectacles in Asia. Mon, 14 Jan 2008 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20080104.php Today (4 January 2008), WWF Hong Kong welcomed the Government's announcement of the re-opening of the Mai Po Nature Reserve to the public. The Reserve was closed for 21-days after a dead Grey Heron infected with the H5N1 virus was found near San Tin, nearly 3 km away from the Reserve. Fri, 4 Jan 2008 16:25:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071220.php Following the November discovery of a globally-threatened species at the Mai Po Nature Reserve, another first-time Hong Kong winter bird visitor has been found within a month - Black Scoter Melanitta nigra (americana). Thu, 20 Dec 2007 18:20:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071213.php Following the nearby discovery of a dead wild bird found to be carrying the H5N1 avian influenza virus, WWF will close the Mai Po Nature Reserve from tomorrow (Friday 14th December) for 21 days. This is in compliance with the Government's guidelines on avian flu, which have been in effect since 2006. Thu, 13 Dec 2007 21:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071213-2.php More than 4000 violations of China's air emission standards occurred in the past four years, with half the incidents taking place in South China, a new Beijing-based website revealed today. Thu, 13 Dec 2007 21:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071211.php A survey, commissioned by WWF, indicates that Hong Kong people are overwhelmingly concerned about climate change and are willing to take action against this greatest threat to life on Earth. Tue, 11 Dec 2007 18:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071207.php Students of Elegantia College will be the first in Hong Kong to taste ocean-friendly seafood in their school lunch boxes – supporting WWF's global Sustainable Seafood Initiative to conserve the world's depleting marine resources and degraded marine biodiversity. Fri, 7 Dec 2007 17:40:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071130.php A globally-threatened Japanese Marsh Warbler Megalurus pryeri was recorded for the first time in Hong Kong during a regular monitoring activity for migratory birds in November this year at the Mai Po Nature Reserve. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/ivrs.php WWF's 24-hour Customer Service Hotline System will be launched on 1 December 2007. This hotline will link all WWF offices together, so callers will just need to know one number for any request. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071126.php The world can prevent dangerous levels of climate change and meet the rapidly increasing demand for energy around the world. This is the result of new research by WWF, highlighting that governments have five years left to agree on the necessary measures for change. Tue, 27 Nov 2007 11:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071122.php WWF launched its Climate Programme today featuring Hong Kong's first carbon calculator and a group of leading individual Climateers committed to taking action to reduce the impact their lifestyles have on the planet. Thu, 22 Nov 2007 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071115.php Being much loved is no guarantee against extinction in Hong Kong. In a public poll organised by WWF, Hong Kong people actively voted for 10 selected local marine species – "Ocean's 10" – over a four-month period. Thu, 15 Nov 2007 18:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/aboutlife-survey An About Life survey has been posted online. We ask that you take a few moments and let us know what's on your mind to help us make About Life even better. Tue, 13 Nov 2007 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071029.php WWF's Walk For Nature was held at Mai Po Nature Reserve yesterday to let the participants learn the urgency of climate change issue and its growing impact on our natural environment. The public were invited to help reduce greenhouse gas emission by reducing their carbon footprints. Mon, 29 Oct 2007 18:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/oceans10/eng/poll/index.php Ocean's 10 Online Polling will close by 31 Oct 2007. VOTE NOW and express your concern for the local marine species and our threatened ocean. You may win a Glass-Bottomed Boat Trip to visit the underwater coral community at the Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park. Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:36:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071010_2.php WWF is disappointed that the current government continues its narrow view of continued infrastructure developments as the only way to sustain growth for Hong Kong, without responsibly evaluating how much environmental pressure this small SAR can take. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 19:10:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071010.php WWF will run the "Walk for Nature" at Mai Po Nature Reserve on two consecutive Sundays, 28 October and 4 November 2007. This year, the theme is "Climate Change" and we hope to highlight the importance of nature conservation and enhance public understanding on the issue of climate change. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20071008.php WWF Hong Kong said today that more and more companies in Hong Kong were becoming more attuned to and aware of environmental issues. Mon, 8 Oct 2007 13:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070921_2.php Dr Bill Ballantine was speaking at a corporate membership award presentation ceremony organized by WWF to thank corporate sponsors for supporting its environmental initiatives. Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070921.php As part of the seven-day visit to Hong Kong to share his experiences from New Zealand on marine reserves, marine biologist Dr Bill Ballantine arrives at Hong Kong's only Marine Reserve, adjacent to the Swire Institute of Marine Science at Cape d'Aguilar. Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/20070903.php Renowned marine scientist Dr Bill Ballantine will share his international experiences of marine reserve establishment with WWF members and members of the general public at the City University of Hong Kong (20 Sep 2007 pm) and the University of Hong Kong (22 Sep 2007 am). Fri, 7 Sep 2007 17:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/involved/membership/activities.php In this exclusive, special and seasonal tour, you can explore Mai Po's wildlife and enjoy the sunrise and nightfall. Fri, 7 Sep 2007 10:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/maipo/wwc The Rotary Centennial Institute for Wetland Conservation will organize a field trip to Long Valley and Mai Po Nature Reserve on 29th September 2007 (Saturday). Mon, 3 Sep 2007 12:30:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070816.php Mr Ekin Cheng, Hong Kong Entertainment Celebrity and WWF Hong Kong's Ambassador, recently visited WWF's project site at Donsol in the Philippines to swim with the world's largest fish, a Whale shark, and to see how local fishermen are using their natural resources to benefit their communities and protect their marine environment. Thu, 16 Jul 2007 18:20:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070725.php A report in the Information Times carried news of senior Guangdong fisheries officials warning that overexploitation of the Pearl River Estuary was turning it into a marine desert, with the number of fish species there declining from 200 species in the 1970s to just 50 today. Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:10:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/conservation/reefcheck WWF is again forming a team to participate in the Hong Kong Reef Check 2007. Fri, 20 Jul 2007 16:10:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/whatsnew/bearbrick.php Together with Milk and TEA, WWF issued two limited editions of BB PANDA BE@RBRICK: a girl and a boy. Now, you can get one by simply ordering a set meal at KFC and paying an additional HK$25. Tue, 17 Jul 2007 18:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070712.php WWF is dismayed about the Hong Kong Government's plan to reclaim up to 100 hectares of sea off northern Lantau for the construction of Boundary Crossing Facilities for the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. Fri, 12 Jul 2007 9:40:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/education/qef2006/phase4.php 'Seed of Nature' primary school teacher seminar and an art exhibition will be held at Hong Kong Arts Centre on 14 July 2007. Participants of this seminar can obtain an ESD education pack "LoLo's Flying Journey" for free. Limited vacancies are now available for the seminar and workshops, Please check our website for further information. Thu, 5 Jul 2007 17:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/conservation/intro/20070704.php The 14th conference of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, or CITES, finished on 15 June 2007 with mixed conservation results. There are disappointments in timber conservation efforts, while for marine there were successful additions to both Appendix I and II of CITES and missed opportunities of listing some coral and shark species. As for ivory, a nine-year suspension of ivory trading was agreed. Wed, 4 Jul 2007 12:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/Ocean's10/eng/poll/alexfong.php The Ocean's 10 Online Polling is now ready for your vote for My Favourite Ocean's 10, Ocean's 10 Most Wanted and The Most Energetic Ocean's 10. The polling period will last till October. All voters have a chance to win 2 tickets for a Glass-Bottomed Boat Trip in the Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park and an Ocean's 10 gift set. Thu, 14 Jun 2007 15:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070610.php Winners of the WWF's Ocean's 10 multi-media creative competition received prizes yesterday at the prize presentation ceremony to acknowledge for their very creative gifts to the marine life in Hong Kong. The winning entries will be displayed in a travelling exhibition at Whampoa Fashion World (9 to 11 June 2007) and Olympian City II North Atrium (16 - 17 June 2007) to further raise public awareness on local marine conservation issues. Sun, 10 Jun 2007 08:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070607.php Ahead of a Legislative Council motion debate on sustainable fisheries and on protection of marine habitats at Sokos Islands on June 13th, WWF again states its opposition to CLPs plans for an LNG terminal there. Thu, 7 Jun 2007 16:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070531.php The Green turtle nesting season has run from June to October in the past but numbers returning have dropped to perilously low levels in recent years. Thu, 31 May 2007 17:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070522.php This years bird breeding season has got off to a flying start with the finding that at least 31 pairs of Black-winged Stilt are nesting inside the Mai Po Nature Reserve. Tue, 22 May 2007 14:00:00 +0800 http://www.wwf.org.hk/eng/pressreleases/20070514.php We wholeheartedly support the application of the polluter pays principle to sewage treatment, in particular to the treatment of harbour sewage under the Harbour Area Treatment Scheme (HATS). Mon, 14 May 2007 14:00:00 +0800