Earth hour global environmental awareness campaign scheduled for March 28

The 20th annual Earth Hour event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 28, from 20:30 to 21:30 local time. Organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), the campaign invites citizens, politicians, and businesses across more than 80 countries to symbolically turn off their lights for one hour. The initiative aims to highlight the interconnected nature of climate and environmental conservation. This year's event is framed against the findings of the 2024 Living Planet Report by WWF. The report indicates a 73% decline in global wildlife populations in recent years due to mounting environmental pressures. Participants are encouraged to engage in awareness activities alongside the light-off action to emphasize the urgency of sustainable practices. The organizers state that the goal of the event is to advocate for a more secure and sustainable future for the planet.