In an era defined by urgent environmental challenges, WWF-Hong Kong’s unwavering commitment to preserving our city’s rich natural heritage is more important than ever. The conservation of biodiversity and ensuring ecosystem resilience demand visionary leadership, cross-sector collaboration and unyielding, collective action. We proudly embrace our responsibility, prioritising the needs of nature and mobilising a broad coalition of stakeholders to create lasting benefits for society and the environment and secure a thriving future for Hong Kong.

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Mainstreaming Nature-based Solutions and Policy Advocacy

Throughout the past year, our efforts have focused on integrating Nature-based Solutions (NbS) into conservation frameworks and urban development. The State of Hong Kong Biodiversity 2025 report, developed with leading NGOs and academics, provides a robust scientific foundation for advocating policies that protect Hong Kong’s sensitive species and critical habitats. Strengthening partnerships with organisations like the Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects (HKILA) is enabling us to integrate NbS into urban infrastructure planning. Meanwhile, our marine conservation initiatives have actively advanced, particularly in terms of protected areas in ecologically sensitive zones including Shui Hau and Sharp Island. Our efforts seek to harmonise ecological protection with the principles of sustainable eco-tourism. Meanwhile, targeted research on vulnerable species like the Horseshoe crab continued to underscore our conservation priorities.

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Harnessing Innovation for Conservation Impact

We continued to use technology and innovation to transform our ecosystem management and restoration work this past year. The deployment of advanced tools, such as smart hydrological systems and AI-powered biodiversity monitoring in MaiPo, is providing deeper insights and strengthening the protection of vital habitats. The recently-launched WWF Jockey Club Smart Wetland Management Project, supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, will further our integration of technology, habitat management and community engagement over the coming three years. Our sustained innovations in conservation, education and community partnership earned Mai Po Nature Reserve the prestigious Gold Star Wetland Centre award from Wetland Link International, a recognition that affirms our status as a global leader in wetland conservation and education.

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Cultivating Stewardship through Community Engagement

Achieving long-lasting conservation outcomes depends on an informed, engaged public. This year, we deepened our investment in education and public engagement programmes, such as the new “Tranquility Path” that links mental wellbeing with nature; while youth and professional training programmes nurtured ecological knowledge and leadership, reinforcing our shared responsibility to protect Hong Kong’s natural treasures.

WWF-Hong Kong remains committed to addressing and resolving our city’s evolving environmental challenges. We extend an invitation to all our partners, stakeholders and fellow citizens to join us in building a resilient Hong Kong, where nature and people will thrive in harmony for generations to come.