World Wildlife Fund
On March 27, it was officially released that U.S. representatives Judy Biggert (R-Ill) and John Barrow (D-Ga) have, in reaction to the popularity of Earth Hour, introduced a resolution proposing to mobilize this public opinion towards better environmental standards. This move reasserts Congress's support of Earth Hour, in which people across the globe were urged to "turn the lights out" on March 28th for one hour at 8.30pm local time.
More than 90,000 letters urging government action have been sent to local, state, and national representatives by Earth Hour supporters.
"I applaud Congresswoman Biggert and Congressman Barrow for recognizing the important role of Earth Hour in engaging the public and elevating the issue of climate change on the political agenda.” - Dr. Richard H. Moss, vice president for climate change at World Wildlife Fund.
Did you participate in Earth Hour?
At 8.30 Pm in Vienna, Virginia, I walked the halls of my house turning out every. single. light. I even ventured into our terrifyingly unfinished basement to pull the strings on the light bulbs hanging from the ceiling as the cats reflective eyes watched me, wondering what the heck was going on.
It was exhilarating.
By participating in Earth Hour, I was part of a greater whole. A global movement recognizing that we have a voice and the chance to make change (a word that is being used all too often but not implemented nearly enough). Although I am a big proponent of climate action (I work as an intern at my campus' Office of Sustainability), I work mostly behind the scenes.
Which is okay.
No one person can do everything. You do what you can. Even the smallest detail can go a long way towards a better environment. Instead of trying to become a vegetarian, eat one vegetarian meal a day (macaroni and cheese is vegetarian). Walk to the store one day. Sign up for NWF email newsletters or whatever environmental organization you prefer and participate in their multiple "take action" options. It takes a second to send a pre-formatted letter to your representative and almost no effort whatsoever. And it helps.
On March 27, it was officially released that U.S. representatives Judy Biggert (R-Ill) and John Barrow (D-Ga) have, in reaction to the popularity of Earth Hour, introduced a resolution proposing to mobilize this public opinion towards better environmental standards. This move reasserts Congress's support of Earth Hour, in which people across the globe were urged to "turn the lights out" on March 28th for one hour at 8.30pm local time.
More than 90,000 letters urging government action have been sent to local, state, and national representatives by Earth Hour supporters.
"I applaud Congresswoman Biggert and Congressman Barrow for recognizing the important role of Earth Hour in engaging the public and elevating the issue of climate change on the political agenda.” - Dr. Richard H. Moss, vice president for climate change at World Wildlife Fund.
Did you participate in Earth Hour?
At 8.30 Pm in Vienna, Virginia, I walked the halls of my house turning out every. single. light. I even ventured into our terrifyingly unfinished basement to pull the strings on the light bulbs hanging from the ceiling as the cats reflective eyes watched me, wondering what the heck was going on.
It was exhilarating.
By participating in Earth Hour, I was part of a greater whole. A global movement recognizing that we have a voice and the chance to make change (a word that is being used all too often but not implemented nearly enough). Although I am a big proponent of climate action (I work as an intern at my campus' Office of Sustainability), I work mostly behind the scenes.
Which is okay.
No one person can do everything. You do what you can. Even the smallest detail can go a long way towards a better environment. Instead of trying to become a vegetarian, eat one vegetarian meal a day (macaroni and cheese is vegetarian). Walk to the store one day. Sign up for NWF email newsletters or whatever environmental organization you prefer and participate in their multiple "take action" options. It takes a second to send a pre-formatted letter to your representative and almost no effort whatsoever. And it helps.
So, every day, try to choose one thing that you are going to do for the environment and do it (whether it be biking to work or bringing your own lunch in reusable containers).
As Earth Hour has shown us, we have a voice and we can make a difference.
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