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...
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 ho...
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-conscio...
“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 ...
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 pu...
