Consider the following statements regarding ‘Earth Hour’: 1. It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO. 2. It is a movement in which the participants switch off the lights for one hour on a certain day every year. 3. It is a movement to raise awareness about climate change and the need to save the planet. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
Statement 1 is Incorrect: Earth Hour is an initiative organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
Statement 2 is Correct: Earth Hour is a global movement encouraging individuals, businesses, and landmarks to switch off non-essential lights for one hour every year, typically on the last Saturday of March.
Statement 3 is Correct: This symbolic act aims to raise awareness about climate change, the need for sustainable practices, and the importance of energy conservation.