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Roswell Georgia Plans to go Dark for Earth Hour

Roswell Georgia plans to go Dark for Earth Hour

Last year in Syndey, Australia, an an effort to fight global warming, all non-essential lights were turned off for an hour. The use of power dropped 10% during that hour.

Tomorrow, March 29th, Roswell Georgia officials are asking it's 90,000 residents and businesses do the same thing. The event is being organized around the world by World Wildlife Fund, a conservation organization. Locally in Roswell, this effort is being organized by the non-profit organization, Keep Roswell Beautiful.

What can you do to participate???

On March 29th, from 8 - 9pm, turn off all lights that are not needed to live. Streetlights and other public safety-designed lighting will stay lit. You don't have to live or have a business in Roswell Georgia to participate.

Want information on how you can be more involved???

Register at http://www.earthhour.org/ as either an individual, organization, school or business. You'll get information on what you can do to be more involved in Earth Hour, including useful tools and tips.

Posted Friday Mar 28