Eden Prairie Local News
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    Friday, June 2
    • About
      • About EPLN
      • Team
      • EPLN in the News
      • Policies
    • Contact
    Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn
    Subscribe
    Eden Prairie Local News
    • Home
    • Schools
    • Business
    • Sports
    • Public Safety
    • City
    • Calendar
    • Donate
    • Subscribe
    • More
      • Construction
      • Outdoors
      • Politics
      • Health
      • Spirituality
      • Community Service
      • Legacy
      • Obituaries
      • Arts
      • Family
      • Holidays
      • Letter to Editor
      • Listen
      • Jobs
    Eden Prairie Local News
    Home»City of Eden Prairie»City to participate in Earth Hour 2022
    City of Eden Prairie

    City to participate in Earth Hour 2022

    Staff ReportsBy Staff ReportsMarch 25, 2022Updated:March 25, 20222 Mins Read
    The clocks on Eden Prairie’s iconic water tower will go dark at 8:30 p.m. March 26 as part of the city’s participation in Earth Hour 2022. Photo by Stuart Sudak

    Eden Prairie is joining hundreds of millions of people around the globe to participate in Earth Hour, the world’s largest public action to stand in solidarity for the protection of the planet.

    As a symbol of the city’s commitment to the environment, Eden Prairie’s iconic water tower clocks will go dark at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 26. 

    According to a news release, the city’s participation in this global event acknowledges its continued focus on actions that benefit the community and the environment.

    By setting an example, the city also encourages others in the community to turn off non-essential lights in their homes and businesses from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. and to make a commitment to go beyond the hour with positive action for the environment year-round.

    Advertisement
    Ad for Washburn-McReavy

    World Wild Fund for Nature (WWF) organized the event. Every year, at 8:30 pm on the last Saturday of March, supporters in over 190 countries and territories unite, taking action and raising awareness of Earth’s issues. 

    Marco Lambertini, director-general of WWF International, said this year the world will come together to agree on a Paris-style agreement for nature. This, he added, presents a once-in-a-decade opportunity for leaders to decide on a plan to reverse nature loss by 2030 and build a nature-positive future.

    “We also know that in order to build a future in harmony with nature we also need peace amongst people,” he said. “Which is why this year’s Earth Hour offers a moment of solidarity with all peoples suffering from wars and conflicts around the world.”

    Be Informed
    Sign up for the FREE email newsletter from EPLN
    Subscribe

    Comments

    Comments aren’t allowed on our site, but we do offer several ways to provide feedback, and have your voice heard. If you believe the story has an error, or would like to get in touch with the author, please contact us. If you would like to respond directly to this article, we welcome and encourage Letters To the Editor. You can find details on how to submit a letter on our contact page.

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleTwenty years later: Remembering the day the president came to town
    Next Article Wild turkeys roam the city

    More to READ

    2 Mins Read

    Five injured, including firefighter, in blaze that engulfed two EP houses

    June 2, 2023
    6 Mins Read

    Duck Lake Road bridge takes center stage in June 1 ribbon-cutting ceremony

    May 31, 2023
    6 Mins Read

    Historic house sparks a passion for the city’s past

    May 30, 2023
    Subscribe to get EPLN in your inbox for FREE!
    Recent Articles

    Five injured, including firefighter, in blaze that engulfed two EP houses

    June 2, 2023

    Award-winning robotics team hosting open house June 3

    June 1, 2023

    EPHS empowers seniors through micro-internship program

    June 1, 2023

    Eagles softball runs section win streak to four, advance to finals

    June 1, 2023

    From Schooner Days to happily ever after

    June 1, 2023
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    Eden Prairie Local News is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization EIN 85-4248265 | Copyright © 2020-2023
    • About
    • Policies
    • Jobs
    • Contact
    • Advertising
    • Subscribe
    • Donate

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.