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Earth Hour 2023: what is it about and what time will the lights go out?

The Earth Hour movement was born 17 years ago in Sydney and tonight, like every year, will reach almost everyone. | Fountain: Andean

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Under the motto “Turn off the lights and go around the planet” World Wildlife Fund (WWF, English abbreviation) invited everyone to join the 16th Earth Hour 2023, which will take place this Saturday.

IN News extension, Michael Pachecopolitical director of WWF, explained that the purpose of this global event is to raise awareness of the climate crisis facing the planet.

Earth Hour is the world’s largest environmental movement. We are celebrating the greatest hour on earth in more than 190 countries. This movement is growing all over the world. Now millions of people are generating an hour for the Earth,” he commented.

“This is the hour of reflection, this is the hour when you are invited to turn off the lights and that is to draw the attention of the world to the climate crisis,” he added.

noting that, according to WWF forecasts, the next seven years will be critical to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, pacheco He said this edition of Earth Hour is vital to reflect on what we can do to contribute to the world.

“By 2030, global greenhouse gas emissions must be reduced by 43%… otherwise the consequences for life will be catastrophic. […] These are seven decisive years,” he said.

So, Michael Pacheco He said we can do our part if we choose transportation systems like bicycles, or if we prioritize saving energy and reducing food waste.

What time will the lights go out?

Earth Houra proactive symbol of the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss, will turn off the lights this Saturday for sixty minutes in more than 190 countries.

According to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) website, the light-off gesture is held at symbolic buildings, homes, companies, and monuments from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm.


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