It was great reading about the way in which Tunza eco generation ambassadors and members celebrated Earth hour around the world. Though I was on vacation during this time in India I did not miss the chance to celebrate Earth Hour in my hometown, Kochi, Kerala. It was indeed a memorable day celebrating Earth hour in India as Kochi is one of the 17 cities in the world contesting for the Earth Hour City Challenge and it felt great to be a part of it
In India, only three cities, including Kochi, have qualified for the distinction. Low carbon development plans and renewable energy solutions are the two important factors in the contest The city has embarked on a sustainable solar energy-based projects .Solar energy has been harnessed to power its airport – a first in India.
The Ernakulum District Energy Conservation Forum organized and observed Earth Hour on a massive scale. A walkathon titled 'Walk for Mother Earth' was organized, from Durbar Hall grounds from 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm. The walkathon took a circular route covering all the major junctions of the Ernakulum city to reach back at the Durbar grounds. We walked with placards which had messages reminding the public of the Earth hour. I pinned the Tunza eco generation logo on my T-shirt and on my friends T- shirts making the walkathon all the more colorful and fun. In spite of the sweltering summer heat I had a great time enjoying the walkathon through the busy streets of Ernakulum. The onlookers appreciated our efforts.
Thereafter there was a talk on the importance of saving energy by eminent personalities, Several prominent personalities, including ministers, judges, bureaucrats, and cine stars participated in the event. A pledge to conserve energy was taken at 8.30 pm in candle light
The event was inspiring and provided an opportunity for every individual, organization and government to be part of the solution for the global crisis. Back in U.A.E with a sense of fulfillment, I can say that no matter which part of the world you are during Earth hour, be a part of it and inspire others to do so.
24 Comments
Thank you for sharing.
Posted 27-08-2013 17:40
Good report Mohammed
Posted 11-06-2013 21:14
Thanks for the initiative and sharing the report.
Posted 14-04-2013 16:56
Thanks Laxmi Dahal,Ganga Datt Awasthi and Shibajyoti Choudhury
Posted 13-04-2013 21:02
Thnx Pratap Maharjan and Osama Noor!
Posted 13-04-2013 20:53
A biiiiiiiiiig thank u,Christy Lee!..:D
Posted 13-04-2013 20:51
thanks for the report..nice to hear about the earth hour at your place..
Posted 12-04-2013 22:23
Nice report :)
Posted 12-04-2013 20:32
Good job Mohammed Zoheb :)
Posted 12-04-2013 01:50
great nice report
Posted 12-04-2013 00:17
Nice to see your team,
Let fulfill your green dream.
Posted 11-04-2013 21:15
great article thanks for sharing.
Posted 11-04-2013 12:01
You gave me a biiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiig smile with these lovely pictures! hahaha.
Thank you Mohammed!
Posted 11-04-2013 09:52
Thank you, Geetika
Posted 11-04-2013 04:35
Thanks Dhiroj Prasad Koirala and Firas douss
Posted 11-04-2013 04:34
Great work !
Posted 11-04-2013 03:37
nIce one :)
Posted 11-04-2013 03:02
nIce one :)
Posted 11-04-2013 03:02
I must say thanks for this well skilled article.
Posted 11-04-2013 02:25
thank u for sharing us. nice report
Posted 11-04-2013 02:09
Thnx Unmesh,Bhawana and Titus!
Posted 11-04-2013 01:45
Good to note the rise of green movements in india...thx for the report
Posted 10-04-2013 21:17
like report people of green movement in kochi.
Posted 10-04-2013 18:51
great nice report keep up never give up my friend
Posted 10-04-2013 18:38