The entire planet will once again band as one to commemorate the 11th edition of the annual Earth Hour -- a global movement which aims to provide repose to our beloved Blue Planet by switching all unnecessary lights and electronic gadgets for 60 minutes straight.
As the countdown slowly nears to 8:30 pm, here are some figures worth knowing from Earth Hour's decennial celebration last year:
While this year's observance will for sure be equally-epic, you can make it more special and memorable by leaving the comfort of your home and participating on these 6 Earth Hour-related activities happening around Qatar:
As part of Aspire Zone Foundation's (AZF) CSR program that is held this year under the name: 'Green Year in Aspire', its employees will join hundreds of millions of people across the globe in switching off unnecessary lights and electronic devices for one hour tonight. AZF's aim by doing so is to take action on global warming for the benefit of the coming generations. Make sure to use the hashtag #Connect2Earth once you decide to celebrate Earth Hour in one of Qatar's biggest public parks.
Bring yourself into the rhythms of the nature and close your eyes while breathing in the warm breeze as The St. Regis Doha holds a one-night only 'Yoga In The Dark' session from 7:30pm - 8:30pm as part of the Earth Hour initiative. Yoga is known to energize one's entire being with a fresh sense of vitality inside and out and though equipment are not provided, there are no tickets needed so make it a point to take part!
Experience Doha's shut down for Earth Hour on a dhow cruise, followed by a delicious BBQ dinner and music. Price for adults is 165 QR, 95 QR for kids from age 3 to 10, and free entrance for children below the age of 3. Organized by 365 Adventures, guests will be picked up from Doha's Dhow Harbor at 7:00 pm going to Al Safliyah Island. Drop off will be at 10:00 pm and you can call or Whatsapp (+974) 3339-3323 for more information.
The Tarsheed Carnival -- a Kahramaa initiative represented by the National Program for Conservation and Energy Efficiency is now on its second year under the slogan: 'Towards Creating A Conscious Generation.' Besides a slew of social events happening in the Kahramaa Awareness Park over the weekend, they will also have a special program dedicated just for the Earth Hour happening tonight from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The Peninsula reported that the week-long program targets to reduce per-capita electricity and water consumption to eight percent and 15 percent, respectively during next five years. It is set to run until the 29th of March (Friday).
After a successful information booth and competition at the Education City Student Center in celebration of World Water Day last Thursday (March 22), Qatar Foundation (QF) is to mark another equally important event -- Earth Hour -- tonight through 'Lights Off.' The program will see the Qatar National Convention Centre, QF headquarters and Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar, as well as the Ceremonial Court switch off all unnecessary lights in commemoration of the global movement.
Join Radisson Blu Hotel Doha tonight from 8:30 pm onward as the global hotel franchise participates in this pivotal event to fight climate change. Doha's branch will turn off all non-critical electrical appliance and will be lighting candles in the form of 60+ in our lobby area along with a pledge wall for guests to write their commitments to go green. Creative Earth Hour mocktails will be available at their Manhattan Lounge!
So where are you headed to tonight for #EarthHour2018? Did our list give you an idea on where and how to celebrate this global movement? Drop us a line in the comments below and also, don't forget to like and share this article!
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