Earth Hour Event

Earth Hour was initiated by the World Wildlife Fund In 2007, and now attracts millions of participants worldwide. It simply asks all of us to switch off non-essential electrical devices for one hour at the same time in each time zone round the world — starting in Samoa and ending in Tahiti. This year, Earth Hour will come to Scotland between 8.30 and 9.30 pm on Saturday 23rd March — the evening before Palm Sunday. This timing, unfortunately, is non-negotiable.

You are cordially invited to join us for an hour of candlelit meditation and reflection around the themes of climate change and conservation, based on a range of sources including Pope Francis’ recent 2023 Laudate Deum. We will meet together at St Ninian’s church, 40 Comely Bank, EH4 1AG. Buses 19, 22, 24, 29, 37 or 113 stop nearby at  Flora Stevenson School, and there is free on-street evening parking available on Fettes Avenue and Craigleith Road. Please arrive at least 5 minutes early, as all electric lights will be extinguished at 8.30 pm sharp.