Venlo joins global Earth Hour to spotlight climate action on March 28
On March 28, Venlo will turn off lights on municipal buildings for Earth Hour, joining millions worldwide to raise awareness about climate change. Citizens are encouraged to participate and adopt energy-saving habits for a sustainable future.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Earth Hour |
| Date | March 28, 2026 |
| Time | 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Organizer | World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) |
| Participating Countries | Over 190 |
| Dutch Participants (2025) | 1.7 million |
| Venlo Locations | City office, town hall, Nedinsco building, De Commissaris, municipal archive |
| Hashtag | #earthhour |
| More Info | www.morgen.venlo.nl |
The municipality of Venlo plays a supportive role in Earth Hour by promoting environmental awareness and sustainability among its residents. By participating in global initiatives like this, the municipality encourages collective action on climate change and demonstrates its commitment to energy conservation.
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Earth Hour: Turn off the lights for one hour on March 28
On Saturday, March 28, people around the world will once again turn off their lights between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM during Earth Hour. The municipality of Venlo will also participate by switching off the lighting on municipal buildings. Will you join in?
Earth Hour is an initiative by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) that draws global attention to the vulnerability of our natural world and the consequences of climate change. In over 190 countries, millions of people symbolically turn off their lights for one hour. In 2025, an estimated 1.7 million Dutch people participated in Earth Hour. With this collective gesture, we show that climate action concerns us all. The more people who participate, the stronger the message—and the impact.
What is the municipality of Venlo doing?
The municipality will turn off the lights at the following locations:
- the city office
- the town hall
- the Nedinsco building
- De Commissaris
- the municipal archive
Emergency lighting and essential pathway lighting will remain on for safety reasons.
Inspiration for activities during Earth Hour
With these tips from the WWF, you can make your participation in Earth Hour even more enjoyable. Play fun games with your family, listen to beautiful nature sounds and stories, or enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner.
What else can you do?
Earth Hour is also a great opportunity to reflect on the choices you make every day. Small adjustments to your daily routine can help you become more energy-conscious, such as:
- turning off lights in rooms you are not using
- fully switching off appliances instead of leaving them on standby
- cooking with a lid on the pan to reduce energy loss
Want more tips on saving energy? Visit www.morgen.venlo.nl.
#earthhour
Turn off the lights, take the most beautiful photos, and share them on social media with the hashtag #earthhour to inspire others to take action.
Want to know more about how you can make a difference? Visit www.morgen.venlo.nl for practical tips and free advice.