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WWF can ensure that property project does not damage sensitive wetlands

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The decision by WWF-Hong Kong to back the planned residential project of a subsidiary of Cheung Kong (Holdings) at Fung Lok Wai, has proved to be controversial. Some sections of the public are against the project going ahead at the wetland site.

Those expressing their opposition say that there is a clear contradiction between preserving an ecologically sensitive area and developing that area for economic reasons.

However, I would raise doubts about the logic of such an argument in this case.

Some green activists have expressed anger at WWF-Hong Kong's decision to give a favourable opinion of a property developer's planned project. They question whether the organisation is acting in a responsible manner as a green group that enjoys public funding.

However, given that the group has an impressive track record when it comes to environmental protection, I think we should have faith in its decision. Its efforts in supporting green causes are recognised worldwide.

Clearly it has good reasons for backing Cheung Kong's proposed development.

It must believe that economic development does not necessarily lead to conservation work being hampered.

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