Earth Hour 2008

As some of you may know, this past Saturday from 8:00-9:00 P.M. Earth Hour took place in 24 cities worldwide. Earth Hour is a global incentive to make a powerful statement about coal, the greatest contributor to global warming.

Earth Hour was initiated last year in Sydney, Australia and was a huge success. This year, Chicago was among the cities that participated in Earth Hour. This initiative is primarily about demonstrating how small steps that we can all take can add up to making a huge difference in the fight against global climate change.

Read more about local Earth Hour efforts here.

The official Earth Hour web page is located here.




Above is a picture of the Chicago skyline, both on a regular evening and during Earth Hour 2008.
Chicago is considered one of the "greenest" cities in the United States. Every year, a greater number of "green" buildings are built, and many of the loop's high-rises contain rooftop gardens.

To learn more about local efforts to support alternative energy, look to the City of Chicago's Center for Green Technology.

In the vein of Earth Hour 2008, which is considered largely a success, remember that it's the small things you can do that really make a difference. Recycle, turn out the lights when you're not using them, and ride your bike to class on the next sunny day!