What is EARTH HOUR?

Earth Hour began as a progressive mission for one city in 2007. It asked the citizens of Sydney, Australia to shut off its lights for one hour - to make a bold statement about their concern for rapid climate change. The simple action of turning off the lights began as a simple gesture into a dynamic effect that spread countrywide and now across the globe. It spread the message that if we could act for just one hour, everyone, together in harmony to tell our officials that we, the people care about the environment in hopes to protect our future and future's generation. Just then, that message would signal our time of change to fight global warming.

This mission sparked the interest to legislative members across the globe and into our homes. The mission is working. It's time to stand up and send that message again. It's time to tell our government officials that "We, the people of the United States of America", care about the environment. Flipping off  your lights may seem trivial to your own town, regardless how small or large it is, and in some cases, pointless. Do not be discouraged, when you think you're alone, just look around the corner, your neighbor is doing it too. So join the cause, make your voice heard. Make that statement, a statement that we are not alone in this hour, indeed our finest hour for our home, planet Earth!

I call on everyone, especially those in Lubbock, TX, that includes you TEXAS TECH!!!
Come and see what we plan to do for this spectacular celebration!

Remember this, you have....

One Voice.


One Action.


One Vote.


What will you do?

Dear Tech Administrators;

On Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 8:30 p.m. the world will send a powerful message that climate change is a priority that must be dealt with now. By turning off non-essential lighting for one hour%u2014Earth Hour%u2014hundreds of millions of people across the globe will show their support for lasting action to protect Earth%u2019s natural resources, environment and climate, now and into the future.

Led by the World Wildlife Fund, Earth Hour has grown from a city-wide effort in 2007 to a global phenomenon that has captured the world%u2019s attention. Each year, individuals, organizations, businesses, and state and local governments come together to show their support by turning off the lights in homes, the workplace and at iconic landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Las Vegas Strip, Sydney%u2019s Opera House and more. In 2009 alone, hundreds of millions of people turned out for Earth Hour %u2013 spanning 4,100 cities in 87 countries on seven continents.

We, the students of Texas Tech are proud to support Earth Hour. We want to send a message that we care about the environment and would like to see action on the local and governmental level for a better and eco-friendly community. On March 27, in a peaceful demonstration, we will be shutting off our lights expressing our need for change on the Tech and local community. We encourage you to join with us and millions of Americans in making Earth Hour 2010 the biggest effort yet. Getting involved is easy.

1. Sign this petition.

1. Sign up at EarthHour.org

Show your support, be counted and get tips on how to reduce your impact on the environment.

1. Spread the Word

Invite students, friends and family to join the movement.

1. Turn off the lights

Turn off all non-essential lighting in your home and classroom at 8:30 p.m. local time on Saturday, March 27.

Learn more about Earth Hour at http://techforearthhour.blogspot.com/2010/01/home.html and  http://www.earthhour.org/ for more information.