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Earth Hour 2026: Landmarks Dim Lights for Climate Action

3/28/2026

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Earth Hour 2026 began in New Zealand, with major landmarks turning off lights at 8:30 p.m. local time to raise climate-change awareness.
The World Wide Fund for Nature emphasized the event's relevance amid ongoing global crises.
In the Philippines, Mayor Nestor Archival urged residents and businesses to join by switching off non-essential lights.
In Taiwan, convenience stores including 7-Eleven and FamilyMart will participate to save energy and promote climate action.

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Earth Hour 2026 began in New Zealand, with major landmarks turning off lights at 8:30 p.m. local time to raise climate-change awareness.
The World Wide Fund for Nature emphasized the event's relevance amid ongoing global crises.
In the Philippines, Mayor Nestor Archival urged residents and businesses to join by switching off non-essential lights.
In Taiwan, convenience stores including 7-Eleven and FamilyMart will participate to save energy and promote climate action.