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22nd March 2009, 04:46 PM
YOUR LIGHT SWITCH IS YOUR VOTE
This year, Earth Hour has been transformed into the world’s first global election, between Earth and global warming.
For the first time in history, people of all ages, nationalities, race and background have the opportunity to use their light switch as their vote – Switching off your lights is a vote for Earth, or leaving them on is a vote for global warming. WWF are urging the world to VOTE EARTH and reach the target of 1 billion votes, which will be presented to world leaders at the Global Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen 2009.
This meeting will determine official government policies to take action against global warming, which will replace the Kyoto Protocol. It is the chance for the people of the world to make their voice heard.
Earth Hour began in Sydney in 2007, when 2.2 million homes and businesses switched off their lights for one hour. In 2008 the message had grown into a global sustainability movement, with 50 million people switching off their lights. Global landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Rome’s Colosseum, the Sydney Opera House and the Coca Cola billboard in Times Square all stood in darkness.
In 2009, Earth Hour is being taken to the next level, with the goal of 1 billion people switching off their lights as part of a global vote. Unlike any election in history, it is not about what country you’re from, but instead, what planet you’re from. VOTE EARTH is a global call to action for every individual, every business, and every community. A call to stand up and take control over the future of our planet. Over 74 countries and territories have pledged their support to VOTE EARTH during Earth Hour 2009, and this number is growing everyday.
We all have a vote, and every single vote counts. Together we can take control of the future of our planet, for future generations.
VOTE EARTH by simply switching off your lights for one hour, and join the world for Earth Hour.
Saturday, March 28, 8:30-9:30pm.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3637/3365778132_09524a11ab.jpg
Earth Day 2009, April 22, will mark the beginning of the Green Generation Campaign! This two-year initiative will culminate with the 40th anniversary of Earth Day in 2010. With negotiations for a new global climate agreement coming up in December, Earth Day 2009 must be a day of action and civic participation, to defend the Green Generation’s core principles: Family with windmills: Renewable energy for future generations.
* A carbon-free future based on renewable energy that will end our common dependency on fossil fuels, including coal.
* An individual’s commitment to responsible, sustainable consumption.
* Creation of a new green economy that lifts people out of poverty by creating millions of quality green jobs and transforms the global education system into a green one.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3181/3023495831_ec76a96741.jpg
Earth Day is April 22nd. Earth Day has become such a popular event that festivities take place throughout the whole month of April.
April is often referred to as Earth Month. Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson and Dennis Hayes.
Earth Day is a time to celebrate our wonderful planet and find ways to prevent global warming.
6 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
and set an example while you are at it!
1. Wear something green Wear a green shirt, button or tote bag
2. Plant a tree Plant a new tree to celebrate Earth Day
3. Turn off the lights Turn off all electricity for one hour. Light a candle and spend quality time with family and friends.
(28 March2009)
4. Pick up the garbage Spend some a couple hours picking up litter at your local river
5. Walk,ride or bike Skip the car! Walk, bike, or take the bus to work
6. Skip the Steak Give up meat for one day
This year, Earth Hour has been transformed into the world’s first global election, between Earth and global warming.
For the first time in history, people of all ages, nationalities, race and background have the opportunity to use their light switch as their vote – Switching off your lights is a vote for Earth, or leaving them on is a vote for global warming. WWF are urging the world to VOTE EARTH and reach the target of 1 billion votes, which will be presented to world leaders at the Global Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen 2009.
This meeting will determine official government policies to take action against global warming, which will replace the Kyoto Protocol. It is the chance for the people of the world to make their voice heard.
Earth Hour began in Sydney in 2007, when 2.2 million homes and businesses switched off their lights for one hour. In 2008 the message had grown into a global sustainability movement, with 50 million people switching off their lights. Global landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Rome’s Colosseum, the Sydney Opera House and the Coca Cola billboard in Times Square all stood in darkness.
In 2009, Earth Hour is being taken to the next level, with the goal of 1 billion people switching off their lights as part of a global vote. Unlike any election in history, it is not about what country you’re from, but instead, what planet you’re from. VOTE EARTH is a global call to action for every individual, every business, and every community. A call to stand up and take control over the future of our planet. Over 74 countries and territories have pledged their support to VOTE EARTH during Earth Hour 2009, and this number is growing everyday.
We all have a vote, and every single vote counts. Together we can take control of the future of our planet, for future generations.
VOTE EARTH by simply switching off your lights for one hour, and join the world for Earth Hour.
Saturday, March 28, 8:30-9:30pm.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3637/3365778132_09524a11ab.jpg
Earth Day 2009, April 22, will mark the beginning of the Green Generation Campaign! This two-year initiative will culminate with the 40th anniversary of Earth Day in 2010. With negotiations for a new global climate agreement coming up in December, Earth Day 2009 must be a day of action and civic participation, to defend the Green Generation’s core principles: Family with windmills: Renewable energy for future generations.
* A carbon-free future based on renewable energy that will end our common dependency on fossil fuels, including coal.
* An individual’s commitment to responsible, sustainable consumption.
* Creation of a new green economy that lifts people out of poverty by creating millions of quality green jobs and transforms the global education system into a green one.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3181/3023495831_ec76a96741.jpg
Earth Day is April 22nd. Earth Day has become such a popular event that festivities take place throughout the whole month of April.
April is often referred to as Earth Month. Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson and Dennis Hayes.
Earth Day is a time to celebrate our wonderful planet and find ways to prevent global warming.
6 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
and set an example while you are at it!
1. Wear something green Wear a green shirt, button or tote bag
2. Plant a tree Plant a new tree to celebrate Earth Day
3. Turn off the lights Turn off all electricity for one hour. Light a candle and spend quality time with family and friends.
(28 March2009)
4. Pick up the garbage Spend some a couple hours picking up litter at your local river
5. Walk,ride or bike Skip the car! Walk, bike, or take the bus to work
6. Skip the Steak Give up meat for one day