UN goes dark during 'Earth Hour 2016' to spotlight climate change

Lights dimmed at UN HQ to observe Earth Hour in 2016 (UN Photo)

New York (IINA) – The United Nations on Saturday evening dimmed the lights at its iconic Headquarters complex in New York and other facilities around the world in observance of "Earth Hour", an annual global event to put the spotlight on the issues facing the planet and to inspire millions across the world to live more sustainably, UN News Center reported.
“This year's Earth Hour comes at a pivotal moment. Last December, all the world's governments came together to adopt the Paris Agreement on climate change. This is a historic achievement for people and the planet – but only if we follow through on the promises made,” UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said in a video message.
“Together, we can create the low-emissions future the world needs for sustainable development and a life of dignity and stability for all. Earth Hour reminds us that we all have a role to play,” he added.
Organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), Earth Hour encourages individuals, companies, organizations and governments to switch off their lights for one hour at 8:30pm, local time worldwide, to focus attention on people-driven solutions to protecting the planet and building a bright, sustainable future.
First launched in 2007, Earth Hour has become an annual event, mobilizing hundreds of millions of individuals to participate and growing to become the world's largest grassroots movement for the environment.
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