Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte on Friday urged business operators and residents to take part in the celebration of Earth Hour 2025 and switch off non-essential lights for one hour tomorrow (Saturday) from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
“When we switch off our lights, we do more than conserve energy. We are taking a stand against the rising greenhouse gas emissions fueling climate change. It’s a simple act that reminds us of our impact on the planet and the need for urgent action,” she said.
Belmonte is a United Nations Environment Program Champion of the Earth awardee.
Quezon City will host a ceremonial switch-off at Robinsons Magnolia to mark the occasion to bring the community together in support of sustainability and climate action.
The event, starting at 4 p.m., will feature interactive exhibits, sustainability talks and a special screening of “A Thousand Forests,” a 2024 Philippine coming-of-age musical film written by Jeff Ocampo and directed by Hanz Florentino.
Belmonte will lead the official lights-off ceremony from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. along with Robinsons Magnolia representatives and other local government officials.
“This gathering highlights the impact of collective action in confronting challenges like climate change. By coming together for Earth Hour, we take a step towards a cleaner, more resilient, and more sustainable Quezon City,” Belmonte said.
Quezon City remains dedicated to driving environmental responsibility through strong policies, community engagement and partnerships that promote sustainability, she stressed.