PH Embassy in Doha Mounts Commemorative Switch-Off Event for Earth Hour 2023

Embassy personnel, MWO officials, and members of the Filipino community in Doha (left) simultaneously switched off the lights in their homes (right) in observance of Earth Hour on 25 March 2023. (Doha PE photo)

DOHA 27 March 2023 – The Philippine Embassy in Qatar organized a virtual commemorative switch-off event in observance of Earth Hour on 25 March 2023.

The event saw embassy personnel, as well as officials from the Migrant Workers Office and members of the Filipino community in Doha, simultaneously switch off non-essential lights and appliances in their homes from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. as a display of solidarity with the global call for urgent and sweeping reforms in climate-related policies and the institutionalization of climate justice, especially for vulnerable populations.

In her opening remarks, Philippine Ambassador to Qatar Lillibeth V. Pono called on the general public’s renewal of their commitment to the planet.

“Beyond the gesture of turning off our lights, let us have the will to put into concrete action our pledge to help build a greener, cleaner, and safer environment,” she said.

The event also featured the short video, “Wild Wonders: Celebrating the Beauty of Philippine Protected Areas.” Produced by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the video puts a spotlight on legally designated Protected Areas renowned for their rich biodiversity. END

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