Started by WWF and partners as a symbolic lights-out event in Sydney in 2007, Earth Hour is now one of the world's largest grassroots movements for the environment, engaging millions of people in more than 180 countries and territories. It has become a catalyst for positive environmental impact, driving major legislative changes by harnessing the power of the people.
Many physical community events were planned to honor Earth Hour and have been canceled, but every year, millions of people participate at home. It's the perfect event for this crazy time. On Saturday, March 28, at 8:30 p.m. in your own time zone, turn out the lights for the hour.
Since we're already all staying home, might as well turn off the lights! The Earth Hour website even has 20 ideas of what you can do during that hour.
Other ways you can participate in Earth Hour:
- Tune in to a livestream
- Sign the 'Voice for the Planet' petition
- Share your on-the-night Earth Hour experience - Use the hashtag #EarthHour and tag @EarthHour on Facebook and Twitter and @EarthHourOfficial on Instagram
- Participate in online challenges and contests
- Learn more about the issues and solutions
- Learn how to live more sustainably
- Share your stories
How will you celebrate Earth Hour?
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