Wed, 30 Oct
|Leeder Quay Wine & Liquor Store
From Trawling Bans to Biodiversity Plans: Andy Cornish’s Impact on Hong Kong Conservation
Dr. Andy Cornish, a leading conservationist, shares 20 years of pioneering work in protecting Hong Kong’s biodiversity, from key WWF successes to shaping the city’s future conservation strategy.
Time & Location
30 Oct 2024, 19:30 – 21:00
Leeder Quay Wine & Liquor Store, Shop H, G/F, Lantau Island, Seaview Building, S Lantau Rd, Mui Wo, Hong Kong
Guests
About the event
Join Dr. Andy Cornish, for a fascinating dive into the evolution of nature conservation in Hong Kong. Reflecting on his 20+ years in the field, Andy will guide us through four key phases of his career: starting with reef fishes at HKU in 1996, an life-changing year in American Samoa, his impactful tenure as WWF-HK's Conservation Director—where he led notable projects like the 2012 trawling ban, and his current work spearheading major conservation initiatives and advising on Hong Kong’s next master conservation plan.
This engaging talk will provide a unique perspective on the past, present, and future of Hong Kong’s environmental efforts, revealing the big themes of upcoming conservation strategies and what they mean for the city and beyond.
Perfect for anyone passionate about nature, sustainability, and creating lasting change.