Global 'Earth Hour' 2025 Highlights Urgent Call for Climate Action

The 19th annual environmental initiative by WWF sees landmarks and households worldwide turning off lights to raise awareness about climate change.

The 2025 'Earth Hour' began in the South Pacific, with landmarks like Auckland's Sky Tower and Sydney's Harbour Bridge participating.
Major European sites, including Berlin's Brandenburger Tor and Hamburg's Rathaus, have joined the global event by switching off their lights.
WWF emphasizes the urgency of climate action, citing record-breaking temperatures and escalating extreme weather events as critical challenges.
Organizers encourage individuals to contribute through small actions like conserving water, planting vegetables, or promoting sustainability online.
Critics argue the event is overly symbolic and ineffective in addressing systemic climate issues, calling for more substantive measures.