Policy

Abstract picture of a river. — Red River Rio Tinto Huelva © Javier Pedro Fernandez Ferreras/TNC Photo Contest 2022

Science-based. Practical.

At The Nature Conservancy, we believe meaningful progress for nature and climate comes through collaboration. We work across sectors, bringing together governments, communities, businesses and partners to share knowledge, explore solutions and help create the conditions for conservation action. Our approach is informed by experience on the ground, shaped by our partners and grounded in science.

Hong Kong Night © Greg Martin /TNC Photo Contest 2019

Pak Nai The coastal ecosystem of Pak Nai, Deep Bay. Oysters are observed to grow naturally on the stems and prop roots of Kandelia obovata (right side of the photo). © Tom Chan/TNC

Hong Kong Night © Greg Martin /TNC Photo Contest 2019

August 2026

Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan

Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development (2026–2030) represents important progress for nature and creates significant opportunities to continue our momentum and advance our Greater Bay Area strategy. Recognise nature as strategic ecological infrastructure and embed biodiversity, climate adaptation, and Nature-based Solutions (NbS) across Hong Kong's development agenda.

Pak Nai The coastal ecosystem of Pak Nai, Deep Bay. Oysters are observed to grow naturally on the stems and prop roots of Kandelia obovata (right side of the photo). © Tom Chan/TNC

July 2026

Coastal Protection Park (CPP)

TNC joined 17 environmental organisations, ecologists, the oyster farming association, and local stakeholders in putting forward a set of collective recommendations to the Government on the proposed Coastal Protection Park (CPP) in Deep Bay and nearby development proposals. We believe Deep Bay has the potential to become a new model for conservation and sustainable development.

Reports

TNC brings science-based insights and practical recommendations to help shape policies that benefit people and nature. Explore our perspectives on key environmental and sustainability issues shaping Hong Kong and beyond.

A Resilient Greater Bay Area

Accelerating a Landscape-Scale Resilience Portfolio and Collaboration Model for the Shenzhen River Watershed and Deep Bay

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From Dialogue to Action, From Pilot to Scale

A Five-Year Roadmap for Scaling Nature-based Solutions in Hong Kong, published by The Nature Conservancy and Civic Exchange

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Recommendations for Pak Nai

Long-term governance, design and management of Pak Nai - an important ecological hotspot

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Policy