Earth Hour: APDCL Urges People in Assam to Switch-Off Lights from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Today

GUWAHATI: The Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) has urged people of Assam to support the "Earth Hour" by switching off the lights (except most essential lights) from 8-30 PM to 9-30 PM today.

"Earth Hour" is an initiative by WWF.

What is World Earth Hour?

Earth Hour, organized by WWF, is a global grassroots movement uniting people to take action on environmental issues and protect the planet. Engaging a massive mainstream community, Earth Hour was famously started as a lights out event in Sydney, Australia in 2007.

When did Earth Hour start?

The first Earth Hour event was held on 31 March 2007. WWF-Australia inspired Sydney-siders to show their support for climate action. More than 2.2 million individuals and 2,000 businesses turned their lights out for one hour in the first Earth Hour event.

Ways to Spend Earth Hours

1. Reconnect with nature

2. Cook up a meal with your family or friends

3. Spend time with your loved ones

4. Up your knowledge

5. Connect with (and give back to) your community

6. Get active

7. Discover your artistic side

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