Organization: The Conservancy Association
Introduction: The Conservancy Association is the non-government environmental organization with the longest history in Hong Kong. As a champion of sustainable development, the Association is dedicated to the protection of the environment and the conservation of natural and cultural heritage. Its mission is to enhance the quality of life of both this and future generations, and to ensure that Hong Kong shoulders her regional and global environmental responsibilities through advocating appropriate policies, monitoring government action, promoting environmental education and taking a lead in community participation.
Year of Establishment: 1968
Leading Campaigns: Environmental Resource Centre, Promote “Stop Overusing Plastic Bags Campaign”, Promote “Waste Reduction Campaign”, Start “Plastic Recycling Scheme”, Promote “Combating Desertification Program”, Promote “Tree for Life” & “Tree Lovers”, Promote “Action Model on Sustainable Development in Long Valley” & “Green Lamma Green”, Promote “No Hill Fire in HK”
Service: Protection and safeguarding of the environment or countryside
Region: Hong Kong
Source: The Conservancy Association’s website
