On July 24, 2025, members of Earth-HK, including Professor Jianping Gan and Professor Stanley Lau, participated in an exchange meeting with the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
During the meeting, representatives from AFCD presented their "Sustainable Fisheries Development Blueprint," discussed the planning of new fish farming zones, outlined the licensing process, and provided updates on the development of framework aquaculture farms.
Following the presentations, the two parties conducted a joint inspection of the AFCD Modern Mariculture Demonstration Farm. This visit allowed them to observe the farm's operations and engage in discussions regarding the Sustainable Fisheries Development Blueprint and potential collaboration opportunities.
Our upgraded land-ocean-atmosphere digital twin platform, integrates advanced digital technologies with innovative Earth system research, creating the first "dynamic digital mirror" for the Greater Bay Area (GBA). It provides latest data on ocean currents, marine ecology, atmospheric conditions, and the distribution of pollutants in terrestrial watersheds, along with comprehensive data analysis tools and immersive, interactive visualization capabilities.
The Earth-HK project plays a pivotal role in regional marine big data modeling and the industrialization of aquaculture technologies. This collaboration enhances connectivity by offering application scenarios for "new marine productivity." The deep synergy between Earth-HK and AFCD not only promotes sustainable fisheries development in Hong Kong but also contributes to the high-quality development of the marine economy in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area through a co-governance mechanism for marine ecology. This partnership exemplifies the commitment of both institutions to fostering innovative solutions and sustainable practices in the marine sector, ensuring a resilient and thriving marine ecosystem for future generations.
