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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Sun, 04/01/2012 - 11:35

EARTH HOUR BECOMES UNSTOPPABLE AS SOCIAL MEDIA FUELS PASSION TO SAVE THE PLANET

The global community has come out in force for Earth Hour as social media has energized and inspired communities across the Middle East, Africa and Europe to unite for a common cause – the protection of the planet.

From former war-torn countries to the great cities of Europe, Earth Hour is being celebrated by all walks of life as it offers an hour of inspiration to change our future to one that is sustainable.

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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Sun, 04/01/2012 - 05:56

Earth Hour breaks records across Asia as I Will If You Will goes viral

As the largest ever Earth Hour wraps up across Asia, Nelson Mandela has taken to Twitter to show his support for the cause to unite the world to protect the planet.

"Let us stand together to make of our world a sustainable source for our future as humanity on this planet" #NelsonMandela #EarthHour”, the former President of South Africa tweeted.

At the same time, Earth Hour’s I Will If You Will campaign went viral, engaging tens of thousands of people to Dare the World to Save the Planet.

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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Sun, 04/01/2012 - 00:28

BIGGEST EARTH HOUR EVER BEGINS THE JOURNEY ACROSS THE GLOBE

SYDNEY: As Earth Hour begins its monumental journey around the globe, hundreds of millions of people are uniting to demonstrate that we urgently need to take action to protect our planet.

Tonight, the largest voluntary action for the environment is reaching further than ever before. Earth Hour is being celebrated in a record 150 countries and territories and 6494 towns and cities to send the message that our combined efforts are needed to change our future to one that is sustainable.

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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Sat, 03/31/2012 - 23:45

UNESCO joins the United Nations in sending powerful messages for Earth Hour

UNESCO Director-General, Irina Bokova, has delivered a powerful message to participants across the globe, in the lead up to Earth Hour this Saturday March 31, 8.30pm - 9.30pm. Bokova says the Earth Hour campaign is an opportunity to show commitment and also a moment for reflection on the planet.

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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Fri, 03/30/2012 - 18:30

Global Organisations Make a Commitment to Earth Hour

The International Trade Union Confederation, World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts and global organisations make commitment to Earth Hour

Sharan Burrow ITUC General Secretary inspires action

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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Fri, 03/30/2012 - 12:13

THE LORAX CHALLENGES YOU THIS EARTH HOUR!

To celebrate Earth Hour, Dr. Seuss’ legendary character The Lorax has promised to turn his moustache green for a whole day on 31 March.

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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Thu, 03/29/2012 - 16:32

FIFA, UEFA, a model and a princess for Earth Hour

FIFA kicks off with day of action for Earth Hour

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Submitted by Earth Hour Global on Wed, 03/28/2012 - 17:35

Even more ways to connect with us this Earth Hour

Earth Hour belongs to the people and this year we have even more new ways you can share your Earth Hour with us, as well as some old faithfuls as well!