Armenia celebrates the 20th anniversary of Earth Hour with a public event in the Republic of Armenia

WWF Armenia, in cooperation with Candlenight Concerts and with the support of Yerevan Municipality, will hold a special outdoor event dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the “Earth Hour” movement on March 28 at 20:30 at Republic Square.

Earth Hour is a global initiative of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), which was launched in 2007 and has quickly grown into one of the world’s largest environmental initiatives. Every year, more than 190 countries and thousands of cities join the movement, turning off non-essential lights for one hour and expressing their commitment to protecting our planet.

Since 2008, Armenia has also been an active participant in the movement under the leadership of WWF Armenia. For years, Yerevan Municipality, all regions and communities have joined “Earth Hour” by turning off unnecessary street and building lighting, emphasizing the country’s involvement in this global initiative.

In 2026, “Earth Hour” will celebrate its 20th anniversary worldwide. “We undertake this jubilee event with great responsibility. In the context of the obvious and growing challenges of the climate crisis, the advice of “Earth Hour” is more relevant than ever”, – said Jacques Niazyan, Head of Public Relations, Cooperation and Fundraising of WWF Armenia.

Therefore, continuing the multi-Asian tradition, on March 28, at 8:30 p.m., Yerevan Municipality, as well as various communities in Armenia, will join the “Earth Hour” movement, turning off non-essential street and building lighting.

After the lights are turned off in Republic Square, citizens will be treated to a unique musical atmosphere under thousands of candles with the participation of Candlenight Concerts.

WWF Armenia is calling on individuals, communities and organizations to join this global movement, in addition to turning off the lights for an hour, to support WWF’s programs aimed at preserving Armenia’s biodiversity.

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