TACLOBAN CITY – Ormoc City took part in the global observance of Earth Hour on Saturday, March 22, through an event led by the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), highlighting the importance of water conservation and environmental sustainability.
With the theme “Switch Off and Secure Water for All,” hundreds of residents gathered at the city’s Superdome to participate in the worldwide campaign. Several business establishments, educational institutions, and organizations also held their own Earth Hour activities in support of the movement.
The event was graced by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Ambassador and CORA founder Antoinette Taus, who delivered a talk on climate change, biodiversity loss, environmental protection, and food waste. She also shared the initiatives her organization is implementing to address these global challenges.
Also present during the program were Councilor Lalaine Marcos, members of the Association of Government Information Officers (AGIO), and representatives from the Philippine Coast Guard, Bureau of Fire Protection, Philippine National Police, Department of Education, cause-oriented groups, private organizations, barangay officials, and students.
Earth Hour is an annual global event aimed at raising awareness about environmental conservation, encouraging individuals and communities to take responsibility for combating climate change and promoting sustainable practices.
The campaign started in 2007 in Sydney, Australia, and has since grown into a worldwide movement, with over 190 countries and territories participating each year to advocate for the protection, preservation, and conservation of the environment.
Ormoc City’s participation underscores its commitment to sustainability, urging residents and businesses to adopt eco-friendly practices and contribute to global efforts in securing a better future for the planet.
(ROEL T. AMAZONA)
