Month: August 2023

How nightly marine light pollution harms sea life, the environment and Hongkongers

Posted by The Green Earth on 30/08/202326/10/2023

(20 August 2023 Hong Kong Free Press)

Marine light pollution caused by bright fishing lights is a growing concern in Hong Kong. It adversely affects the environment, disrupts coastal residents, harms marine life, and poses risks to navigation. Clear rules and regulations are essential to mitigate this issue and strike a balance between the fishing industry’s requirements and the protection of the marine ecosystem.

Wildfires in the US, storms in China: how Hong Kong can show it is heeding climate warnings

Posted by The Green Earth on 30/08/202326/10/2023

(29 Aug 2023 SCMP)

Higher global average surface temperatures made July the hottest month on record.

Heatwaves are a reminder to work up a sweat in the fight against climate change

Posted by The Green Earth on 16/08/202330/08/2023

(10 Aug 2023 SCMP)

Long-lasting heatwaves struck many parts of the world in July, with daytime temperatures hitting and even surpassing 40 degrees Celsius in some places.