Our environment is so important! Join in this year's EARTH HOUR event to help bring awareness about global climate change. Sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund.
Turn your lights out for one hour on March 29th from 8-9pm.
Earth Hour: March 29, 2008
8 - 9 PM
- Cities
around the world will join together in literally turning off the lights
for one hour to offer leadership and symbolize their commitment to
finding climate change solutions.
- Lights will be turned off at iconic buildings and national landmarks from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Local businesses and restaurants will also be asked to turn off their lights.
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People at home can take advantage of the hour by replacing their
standard light bulbs with energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs.
I hope some of you join in, and share how you celebrated in the comments here ;-)
Light and Love,
Sister Bridget
If you need some ideas, click here. Also.....
You don't have to sit alone in the dark.
Talking about protecting the planet for future generations can make for
a very pleasant evening. Couple your conversation with some organic
chocolate (dark, of course!) and make Earth Hour a night to remember.
Earth Hour is on a Saturday night.
If the weather's good, try a picnic under the stars. Ask your favorite
restaurant or bar to dim their lights and participate in Earth Hour.
And if you'll be at work, take a look at our tips for businesses and
restaurants.
Plan a get-dark party for Earth Hour.
The younger crowd can host a slumber party complete with scary stories,
hold an acoustical jam session or bring friends together to do some
dancing in the dark. Don't worry about decorations--it will be dark!
Check in with a local astronomy club about star gazing events. The night sky provides its own light show--and here's your chance to take a break and soak up the view.
You can still text in the dark.
Make a list of all the ways you are going to reduce your energy
consumption: unplug unused appliances; change to compact fluorescent
bulbs; properly inflate tires; adjust your thermostat. Text your list
to others and challenge them to make their own lists. Check other lists
for ideas you may have forgotten.
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