When the clock strikes 8:30 p.m. Saturday night, expect to see lights go dark around the globe for Earth Hour. Last year more than 1 billion people around the world flipped off their light switches as a way to reduce electricity for one hour and bring attention to the need for every individual to take action on climate change.
Last year as 8:30 p.m. drew near in San Francisco, I dreaded an hour of disconnection. Since I couldn’t be online and didn’t want to sit in the dark, I unplugged, turned off the lights and went for a walk. I have to say, I was amazed at the number of lights that were off at that hour including those on the Bay Bridge, Coit Tower and the Transamerica Building. There are a number of great pictures online of huge cities with big patches of darkness. If you took part in Earth Hour, what did you think? Is this something you might try this year? If you do, take some pictures and share them with us.
At Sony, we’re committed more than ever to be a leader in protecting our environment and promoting sustainable business practices and lifestyles. During the month of April, leading up to Earth Day (April 22) we’re planning the following “Earth Month” activities for Sony employees:
o Earth Fair at Sony Electronics headquarters in San Diego
o E-waste recycling events at several Sony Electronics locations
o Distribute “Greenfill” boxes promoting the ongoing recycling of small eWaste (cameras, phones, batteries, adapters, etc.)
o Environmental Film Festival with screenings of four different “green” documentaries at various Sony Electronics offices
We welcome the active engagement of our employees in our environmental efforts, both at the office and in our communities. Learn more on our Sony Green Website.
