Tonight at 8:30 PM it is Earth Hour

Tonight at 8:30 PM it is Earth Hour – Make the best use of the time with some introspection and action with these prompts 👇

Organized by the WWF, this global movement invites us all to switch off our lights for one hour, and dedicate these 60 minutes to do something – anything - positive for our Earth.

It's a symbolic gesture, yes, but also a moment for reflection and commitment. 𝐒𝐨, 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫?

Consider this: grab a notebook and make a small action plan using the following questions:

1) 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐬:
What skills or knowledge do I have that I could use to make a positive environmental change?
e.g.: What are the areas that colleagues or friends often seek your advice or help?

2. 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭:
Which of my daily practices at work impact the environment, and how can I utilize available resources or tools for environmental benefit?
Are there resources or tools at my disposal that I can use for environmental benefit?

3. 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧:
Based on my strengths, what specific action can I take to reduce my workplace’s carbon footprint?
What's one small change I can commit to implementing in the next week?

4. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞:
Who in my circle can I inspire or collaborate with on my action?

If you doubt about your influence at work, think about it: 𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 to initiate change, no matter how small, without waiting for permission from anyone.

Whether it’s implementing a personal action at work, starting a dialogue with a colleague, starting a small work group on sustainability practices, or just starting the conversation during your next team meeting
- every action counts.

What steps can you take, starting now, that doesn't require anyone else’s approval but can be a step towards a greener future?