Lights out for the planet

EDITORIAL

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For one hour on the night of March 22, people in 190 countries will switch off nonessential lights.

Beyond an hour-long lights out, organizers of Earth Hour are urging participants to do something they enjoy that is good for the planet. This can include activities involving not only nature and sustainability but also entertainment, arts and creativity, fitness and wellness as well as food.

Organizers are also hoping that the planet-friendly activities can go beyond one hour. The activities include the typical ones for the environment, such as conserving water, cleaning up and planting a tree. Also encouraged are riding a bicycle instead of a car, recycling leftover food and going for plant-based meals.