Lamma Island
Coverage of Lamma Island in the Nexus archive.
- Beneath the waters of Hong Kong’s Lamma Island, a silent super plant is at work
Seagrass in Hong Kong’s Lamma Island is highlighted for its role in marine biodiversity and carbon sequestration, outpacing tropical rainforests by 35 times. However, local seagrass levels have declined by 60% over the past 20 years.
- HK Electric raises fuel charge by nearly 34% and further increases expected
HK Electric increased its fuel charge by nearly 34% in July, citing a 'significant rise' in global fuel prices driven by the Middle East war. The utility serves Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island and warned of further increases.
- HK Electric customers set for steeper bills in June over volatile oil prices
HK Electric announced a 20.4% increase in fuel surcharge for June due to volatile oil prices amid Middle East tensions. The energy provider, serving Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island, warned that surcharges are expected to continue rising in coming months. Customers will face higher electricity bills starting next month.