Posted on March, 22 2025

WWF-Pacific Calls on the Region to Join the ‘Biggest Hour for Earth’ in 2025 - Earth Hour 2025 unites millions worldwide in a show of solidarity for our planet

●      Earth Hour 2025 returns by providing 60 minutes of global unity around the world, in support and celebration of our planet. Earth Hour serves as a beacon of positivity, hope, and inspiration to rally as many people as possible.
●      The stakes have never been higher. The past year was the hottest on record—capping off the hottest decade, with the hottest seas ever recorded. We’ve witnessed historic wildfires, storms, and droughts as well. Our world is in peril, and we are rapidly approaching dangerous tipping points beyond which key ecosystems may never be able to recover.
●      Building on the incredible momentum of 2024, when we reached a milestone of 1.4 million hours, we aim to surpass that number this year to 2 million hours by inviting individuals to ‘Give an hour for Earth’ on earthhour.org/giveanhour by doing something they love, big or small, every contribution counts.
 
Suva, Fiji – On Saturday, 22nd March 2025, at 8:30 pm local time, WWF’s Earth Hour, the world’s largest grassroots environmental movement, returns for its 19th edition with the ‘Biggest Hour for Earth.’ This year, WWF-Pacific invites communities across Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and the region to take part in this global event by switching off their lights and dedicating 60 minutes to doing something positive for the planet.
 
Since its inception in 2007, Earth Hour has symbolized a global commitment to protecting nature and addressing climate change. While the iconic “lights off” moment remains a powerful gesture, Earth Hour now extends beyond the switch-off, encouraging individuals, communities, and businesses to ‘Give an hour for Earth’ by engaging in actions that support a healthier planet. Whether it’s planting trees, cleaning up coastal areas, or simply learning about the environment, every action counts.
 
The Pacific at the Frontlines of Climate Change
 
The Pacific Islands are on the frontline of climate change, facing rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss. The past year was the hottest on record, with devastating impacts felt across the region. Earth Hour serves as a moment of reflection and action, reminding Pacific communities that collective efforts, no matter how small, can make a meaningful difference.
 
Hanna Helsingen, Interim Pacific Director, WWF-Pacific, emphasized the importance of Earth Hour for the region:
 
“For the Pacific, Earth Hour is more than a symbolic event—it is a call to action. Our islands and oceans are under immense pressure from climate change and environmental degradation. This year, we encourage people across Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and Solomon Islands and the region to not only participate in Earth Hour but to go beyond the hour by making lasting changes that benefit our environment. Whether it’s gathering in your family or community to talk about things you can do together to reduce our impact on nature and help conserve or restore it, going outside to engage in tree or mangrove planting, doing a clean-up on your local beach while coming up with actions on reducing the use of single use plastic - every action strengthens our resilience and protects our home.”
 
How to Participate

WWF-Pacific invites individuals, businesses, schools, and communities to join the movement by:
✔ Switching off non-essential lights for an hour at 8:30 pm local time.
✔ Giving an hour for Earth by engaging in activities such as planting trees, reducing waste, or advocating for conservation.
✔ Logging hours on the Hour Bank at earthhour.org/giveanhour to contribute to the global target of 2 million hours.
✔ Sharing their Earth Hour moments on social media using #BiggestHourForEarth and tagging WWF-Pacific to inspire others.
 
A Global Movement for Change
In 2024, Earth Hour supporters collectively dedicated over 1.4 million hours to the planet. This year, the goal is to surpass 2 million hours, demonstrating that small actions can drive significant impact when millions unite for a common cause.

Join us in making this the biggest Earth Hour yet!
 
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For more information, please contact:
Media Contact:
Ravai Vafo’ou
WWF-Pacific Communications Coordinator
Email: rvafoou@wwfpacific.org
Phone: +679 9987430

About Earth Hour
Born in Sydney in 2007, Earth Hour has grown to become the world's largest grassroots environmental movement, inspiring individuals, communities, businesses and organisations in more than 180 countries and territories to take actions for our planet.

Earth Hour 2025 aims to create the Biggest Hour for Earth with its call-to-action “Give an hour for Earth”. It encourages participants from all walks of life, around the world, to share their commitment to the planet by dedicating one hour to fun, and planet-supportive, activities. From learning about nature by watching documentaries to embracing eco-friendly practices and sustainable diets, there is something for everyone. This serves as a rallying cry for the unprecedented collective action needed to address pressing environmental challenges. Visit www.earthhour.org to find out how you can take part this year and Give an hour for Earth.