Issue 175 (Apr 2020)
Tree Journal (38): Tree Cottons with yellow flowers
March is the flowering time for the very famous Yellow Pui in Hong Kong. In fact, the very well-known Tree Cottons are in bloom with showy red flowers at the same time. However, not sure if you have seen any orange or yellow Tree Cotton in Hong Kong (i.e. Lung Cheung Road near Tin Ma Court and Kam Tin Road near Ha Ko Po Tsuen). Are they different tree species? In fact, there is only 1 species of Tree Cotton, no matter it has red or yellow flowers, and the scientific name is Bombax ceiba. According to Yang, et al. (2015), the sequences similarity of DNA fragments between red and yellow flower Cotton Trees are as high as 99%. So in conclusion, no matter the color, there...
Points for attention to combat the Coronavirus before donating used clothes
The Novel Coronavirus has widely spread across the globe and it is changing how we live our daily lives. As we are facing severe situation, it is important that we stay united to win the battle against the disease. We should pay extra attention to personal hygiene, wash your hands frequently and properly, and wear face mask(s) in public. To minimize the risk of disease spreading in the community, the government is strongly advising members of the public to stay at home and avoid social gatherings as much as possible. Then, you may ask, what I can do at home except housecleaning, having a rest or exercise? – Cleaning out your closet! The Conservancy Association (CA) encourages the...
Lunar New Year Food Recovery Program Recap and Coronavirus outbreak arrangement
Lunar New Year Food Recovery Program Recap This year, FRRC had a television debut on OpenTV to share a series of food-wise tips during the Lunar New Year. Not only can we cut down the gifting waste, but also utilizing the festive food items and turn it into upgraded dessert that everyone can enjoy. A ‘Green Lunar New Year’ themed booth was also held in Panda Place at Tsuen Wan prior to the New Year period, showing general public how to be more eco-conscious when celebrating the new year in different aspects. We truly believe it is best to cut down waste from the source than to “handle” the leftovers at the end. Unfortunately, due to latest the Coronavirus...
“Save Our Own Country Park” Eco-Ranger visited Country Park again
In the time of coronavirus outbreak, the most popular activity for Hongkongers turned out to be hiking without mask. During this period, there were many cases of hillfires while a considerable amount of used masks was scattered around forests as spotted by various trail users. Sticking to “doing the right thing” as Eco-Ranger – it is both responsibility and love to protect our country parks. In order to promote the messages of “Leave No Trace” and “Take Your Litter Home”, CA set up an educational booth at Tai Lam Country Park on 15th March 2020. Eco-Ranger, the leading protagonist of CA’s annual orienteering competition...
Don't give up without a fight
The bill on Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) charging is still under Bills Committees’ scrutiny in Legislative Council. Despite various historic moments, including the coronavirus outbreak, experienced over the past year, the key to rewrite Hong Kong’s history and protecting our environment rests in the hands of everyone as well as all Legislative Council members. Every step, from the advocacy by environmental groups to the overwhelming support by the members of the public and then the Bill submission to Legco by the government, was the cornerstone of achievements over the past decades. What on earth are we waiting for? Some believe that this is not the right time under the...
