Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed maximum electric light reduction across Pakistan from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM on March 28 for Earth Hour 2026. The initiative aligns with global campaign “Give an Hour for Earth”, encouraging action towards nature conservation, energy efficiency, and climate responsibility.
Earth Hour, initiated by WWF in 2007, is now observed globally in over 190 countries annually. This year marks its 20th anniversary, urging communities worldwide to switch off lights and take steps supporting sustainability, biodiversity protection, and climate action.
The theme “Give an Hour for Earth” emphasizes collective responsibility, encouraging individuals and institutions to dedicate time to planet-friendly actions such as conserving electricity, reducing waste, and promoting nature-positive initiatives.