Friday, March 28, 2008

Earth Hour

Hey all, did you know that tomorrow (Saturday) millions of people around the world are joining together to make a statement about climate change by turning their lights off for an hour. It's called Earth Hour. Earth Hour is on March 29 from 8 - 9 p.m. local time. So far 25 cities around the world are taking part, including Atlanta, Chicago, Phoenix and San Francisco in the U.S.

Not to get preachy, but global warming is one of the greatest threats the world has ever faced. Our continued reliance on electricity sourced from coal-fired power stations is causing a dramatic increase in the Earth’s temperature, resulting in rising sea levels, an increase in drought and severe storms, and massive changes to the environment we all rely on to survive.

For example, if the greenhouse reduction achieved in last year's Earth Hour in Sydney (where this event originated) was sustained for a year, it would be equivalent to taking 48,616 cars off the road for a year.

As caregivers, parents, island residents, humans, our world can get so small and focused. I think it is important to step back often and look at the larger picture of the earth and all its people and the generations to come.

Find out more and sign up for Earth Hour by visiting www.earthhour.com and join the movement!

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