“Lights go off”on “Earth Hour” On Saturday 25 March
“Lights go off”on “Earth Hour”
On Saturday 25 March
Lights Off ‘Earth Hour’ is an annual global event that is a symbolic act symbolic act, known as the ‘lights off’ moment, unites people worldwide in a show of support for the planet and serves as a reminder of the environmental issues facing us.
The ‘Earth Hour’ is observed in the last week of March. This year it is being celebrated on Saturday 25 March 2023. It
encourages people to switch off all lights and electrical appliances for an hour, from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm local time.
Governments and companies also participated by turning off non-essential lights in their buildings, monuments, and landmarks to raise awareness on the impact of energy consumption on our planet and promote awareness of climate change challenges and energy conservation.
The Earth Hour concept originated in 2007, when the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Sydney and its partners unveiled a symbolic lights-out event in Australia to raise awareness on climate change. The inaugural observance was held on March 31, 2007, at 7:30 pm local time in Sydney, where people were encouraged to turn off their lights for an hour.
The following year, the event gained international recognition and was celebrated on March 29, 2008, with millions of people from around the world participating.
Ever since then, the popularity of Earth Hour continues to grow
The event has grown has spread its wings since its inception and now boasts supporters from global nations, all coming together to take action for a better future for our planet and its inhabitants.
Earth Hour aims to inspire individuals, communities, and organizations worldwide to take meaningful action to protect the environment and create a sustainable future for all.
News Input K.V.Raman
