Vitebsk region will join the international public campaign "Earth Hour" on March 30

Annually on the last Saturday of March, the international public campaign "Earth Hour" is held. In Belarus, this year on March 30, it will take place for the 16th time, starting at 20:30 and lasting exactly one hour local time.

The campaign is aimed at drawing public attention to environmental and energy saving issues and is consistent with the republic's policy of increasing energy efficiency and fostering a culture of economy and thrift in society.

It is designed to remind people of the colossal harm inflicted on nature. Every year, the ecological situation deteriorates further. The most significant problem of the environmental crisis is the uncontrolled emission of carbon dioxide.

Traditionally, enterprises, institutions, and organizations in Vitebsk and the Vitebsk region join "Earth Hour" – for one hour, they switch off the lighting of administrative buildings, decorative lighting of advertisements, outdoor lighting, and warehouse and utility rooms of educational, healthcare, and cultural institutions, as well as trade and industrial enterprises.

Switching off the lights for one hour helps reduce harmful emissions into the Earth's atmosphere and allows every concerned individual to contribute to energy saving and the preservation of our planet's climate.

In support of the campaign, educational and cultural institutions organize thematic drawing and poster contests, informational lectures, and book and illustration exhibitions.

We invite everyone who wishes to participate in this campaign!