Earth Hour

Earth Hour is an annual global event organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) to raise environmental awareness. It encourages individuals, communities, and businesses to turn off non-essential electric lights for one hour, typically from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM local time on the last Saturday of March. The event is newsworthy each year as iconic landmarks around the world participate by switching off their lights, symbolizing a commitment to environmental protection. Recent events include the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Sagrada Família Basilica in Barcelona, and the Brandenburger Tor and Kölner Dom in Germany participating in the symbolic lights-out. Hundreds of cities and towns participate in Germany alone. Earth Hour's current relevance lies in its ability to unite people globally in a symbolic act of solidarity, highlighting the importance of addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices.