Dublin to lead Irish cities for Earth Hour 2008
Issued : Tuesday 5 February, 2008
The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Paddy Bourke, has welcomed the council's endorsement of his motion seeking to support Earth Hour 2008. The motion was passed during Lord Mayor's Business at last night monthly City Council meeting.
Lord Mayor Burke said: "Earth Hour is an international campaign and Dublin is one of the latest cities to get behind this important event where on March 29th all non-essential lights will be switched off for an hour.
"This campaign is important and everyone from citizens up to Government has a duty to do what they can against global warming. It is up to us all to do what we can to reduce our CO2 emissions. Through one simple action, turning off our lights for an hour, we can deliver a powerful message about the need for action.
"I am thrilled that as Dublin Lord Mayor I will be leading our capital city in its participation in this international event. It was estimated during the Sydney Earth Hour last year demand for electricity dropped by 10 per cent. It would be fantastic if we could do the same in Dublin. I would urge businesses and homes to join in and take part in the campaign."
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