Earth Hour in the lounge

Monday 29th March 2010, 2:29PM BST.

The Buchanan family – mum Lucy, Marcus, dad John and Elanor – on Saturday joined millions across the globe in spelling out the message of sensible energy use. (Picture by Tom Tardif, 0941166)

The Buchanan family – mum Lucy, Marcus, dad John and Elanor – on Saturday joined millions across the globe in spelling out the message of sensible energy use. (Picture by Tom Tardif, 0941166)

MANY islanders turned off their lights and TVs for an hour on Saturday to take part in Earth Hour.

Local environmental group G-Can celebrated with an event but many islanders did their bit at home.

John Buchanan, along with wife Lucy and children Elanor, 13, and Marcus, 10, have taken part in the event since its inception. By 8.30pm the final cup of tea had been brewed and 35 candles were lit in the family’s living room.

They spent the hour playing a board game and reading a book together.

Mr Buchanan said it was an important event.

‘The idea is that we are sending a message to politicians,’ he said. ‘We want more-responsible use of energy. There are more people taking part in this event as people become more conscious.’

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  1. 1
    Paul

    It would be interesting if GE would respond with any statistics to show what impact this had if any at all?

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    Stephen John

    Paul

    Even if GE provide any statistics make sure you examine them with great care!!!!

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    Nathan

    35 candles??? Some boring people about

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