Tai Mo Shan Environmental History Education Center (TMS) is a registered non-profit organization in Hong Kong. Founded in 2026 by Dr. Rock Lo and his team, TMS is dedicated to the education, research, and promotion of Hong Kong's environmental history. Our mission is to raise public awareness of environmental conservation while documenting, preserving, and promoting the cultural heritage of local agriculture and fisheries.
Rising 957 meters above sea level, Tai Mo Shan is the highest peak in Hong Kong. Located in the heart of the territory with a panoramic view of the entire city, it profoundly influences the local hydrology, climate, and ecology. As a symbol of Hong Kong's natural environment and a landmark of social cohesion, this majestic peak serves as the namesake and inspiration for our Center.
To enhance public awareness and understanding of Hong Kong's environmental history
To promote local cultural heritage and conservation, with a special focus on ICH related to agriculture and fisheries
To advance environmental history research through an interdisciplinary approach that integrates history, geography, and ecology
To strengthen the connection between people and nature, and to foster a deep sense of environmental protection.
Education and Activities
We collaborate with schools, corporations, and cultural, environmental, and social welfare organizations to promote environmental history education and cultural conservation through a diverse range of engaging activities, including gamified learning experiences, training programs and courses, lectures, interactive workshops, and guided tours.
Research and Publication
We provide publishing, research, and consultancy services focusing on Hong Kong's environmental history, agriculture and fisheries, and the heritage of related communities.
As a historian specializing in Hong Kong's environmental and social history, Rock has long spearheaded local history preservation, research, publishing, and educational initiatives across universities and NGOs. He had extensive expertise in fisheries oral history and the promotion of intangible cultural heritage. Recently he has completed the compilation and publication of the natural history volumes of the Hong Kong Chronicles.
Focusing on physical geography, holistic education, and horticulture, Claire brings years of rich experience in environmental education. She has worked with local sustainable farms and ecological conservation organizations and has designed environmental education curricula and activities for various tertiary institutions in Hong Kong.