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Earth Hour Worldwide: The Lights-Off Event

Seattle City Light invites you to join us and millions around the world in celebrating a commitment to the planet during Earth Hour on March 28 at 8:30 p.m. local time
Earth Hour logo.

Seattle City Light invites you to join us and millions around the world in celebrating a commitment to the planet during Earth Hour on March 28 at 8:30 p.m. local time

Seattle City Light invites you to join us and millions of people across the world in celebrating a commitment to the planet during Earth Hour on Saturday, March 28 at 8:30 p.m.

For one hour between 8:30-9:30 pm, friends, families and work communities are invited to turn off all non-essential lights, focus on conservation commitments for the rest of the year, and engage in conversations regarding environmental stewardship and the health of our planet.Earth Hour was started by the World Wildlife Fund in 2007 in Sydney, Australia, and has since grown to engage more than 162 countries and territories worldwide.

Photo of South Service Center City Light sign

Seattle City Light will turn off the neon sign at its South Service Center in recognition of Earth Hour to build awarness for climate change and conserving resources.

Seattle City Light is participating by turning off our iconic neon sign at the South Service Center.

Tips to save energy:

  • Turn off the lights when you leave a room
  • Change out your incandexcent bulbs for energy efficient and cost-saving LEDs