The Hong Kong Marine Ecological Association (“HKMEA”) celebrated its inauguration and launched its flagship project, “Oysters Save Our Seas” (“Oyster SOS”) on 25 April 2023 at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club with overwhelming support from stakeholders including government officials, corporate representatives, educators, and environmental organizations.

SKLMP Director Prof. Kenneth Leung is currently the Chairman of HKMEA. He welcomed guests to the event and highlighted the significance of Oyster SOS. HKMEA aims to promote a biologically diverse and sustainable marine environment in Hong Kong through its newly launched Oyster SOS project. Inspired by the Billion Oyster Project in New York, the project creates natural microhabitats by deploying oyster shells in the sea, enhancing biodiversity, and raising awareness among younger generations on ecological restoration and marine conservation through educational projects. Up till now, over 700 participants from local schools and youth organizations have joined the Oyster SOS program.