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Earth Hour 2009 Victories

Dubai Saves 200k kilowatts of Electricity

— March 29, 2009 — Eco
Dubai residents should be proud in knowing that their Earth Hour 2009 participation helped save at least 200,000 kilowatts of electricity, according to Dubai Electricity and Water Authority. That is the equivalent to 120,000 kilos of carbon dioxide (CO2). All they had to do was switch off their lights and appliances for the duration of the Earth Hour 2009.

The numbers are a huge increase over last year, where about 100,000 kw of energy were saved. Dubai ranked 13th among the global cities in terms of participation in the event last year. We're not sure what the new ranking is yet, but it is very encouraging to see the increase in participation and hope all major cities experienced jumps in participation and savings.

“We’re glad that more people joined the Earth Hour this year. Fifty-seven schools, numerous hotels and government institutions joined us. We think that we’ll achieve at least double this year's energy savings compared to last year’s Earth Hour,” said Amal Koshak, Senior Manager for Demand and Tariff Management at Dubai Electricity and Water Authority.
Trend Themes
1. Increased Earth Hour Participation - The significant increase in Dubai's Earth Hour participation demonstrates a growing awareness and commitment towards energy conservation.
2. Energy Savings - Dubai's Earth Hour 2009 resulted in the saving of 200,000 kilowatts of electricity, highlighting the potential for significant energy savings through collective action.
3. Carbon Footprint Reduction - The 120,000 kilos of carbon dioxide (CO2) reduction achieved during Earth Hour 2009 highlights the importance of individual actions in combatting climate change.
Industry Implications
1. Energy Conservation - The success of Earth Hour 2009 in Dubai presents opportunities for companies providing energy-efficient solutions and products.
2. Sustainable Tourism - Hotels and hospitality industry can leverage the growing interest in Earth Hour events to promote their commitment to sustainable practices and attract eco-conscious travelers.
3. Environmental Education - The involvement of 57 schools in Earth Hour 2009 highlights the need for educational institutions and organizations to develop environmental awareness programs and initiatives.
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