江西省华大新高考联盟2025届高三下学期名校
高考预测卷（三模）英语试题
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On March 22, 2025, millions of people worldwide celebrated Earth Hour. The annual event encouraged individuals and businesses to turn off their lights for one hour, from 8: 30 to 9: 30 p.m. local time. This symbolic act serves as a reminder of the urgent need to protect our planet from climate change and environmental damage.
The Origin of Earth Hour
Earth Hour began in Sydney, Australia, 18 years ago. On March 31, 2007, the Australian chapter of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) asked the city’s residents and businesses to switch off all lights for an hour. Over two million households and 2,100 enterprises took part. Even landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge went dark. This small action resulted in a 10 percent reduction in electricity use during a typical evening hour in Sydney.
The first event’s success got the world’s attention. By 2009, nearly 4,000 cities worldwide had joined the initiative. Today, Earth Hour is the world’s largest grassroots environmental movement. It is observed in over 180 countries and territories.
Earth Hour has sparked real environmental initiatives globally. It has helped establish a marine sanctuary (
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Participation
Joining Earth Hour is easy. Simply turn off non-essential lights and electrical appliances for one hour. Use the time to enjoy a candlelight dinner with family and friends or plan a picnic under the stars. For an extended experience, go camping and make it an “Earth Night”.
Beyond Earth Hour
Earth Hour is a reminder that small daily habits can lead to meaningful chan
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