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The Electricity and Water Authority took part in the global Earth Hour initiative by switching off non-essential lights and equipment across several of its facilities on Saturday, 22 March, from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The participation comes as part of EWA’s continued commitment to supporting environmental initiatives and raising awareness on the importance of energy conservation.

In a statement, the Authority affirmed: “Active participation in Earth Hour reflects the collective commitment of entities and individuals across the Kingdom of Bahrain to adopt sustainable practices and reduce energy consumption, contributing to a lower carbon footprint. This underscores Bahrain’s role in addressing global environmental challenges.”

EWA extended its appreciation to all participants for their dedication and contribution to this important initiative, which plays a key role in environmental protection and ensuring sustainability for future generations.

The Authority emphasized the importance of such initiatives in promoting sustainability and encouraging individuals and organizations to adopt environmentally responsible practices. It further called on everyone to continue embracing responsible behaviors towards energy resources in order to safeguard the planet for future generations.

The event witnessed broad participation from community members, government and private sector entities, as well as key landmarks across the Kingdom, with lights switched off in prominent locations in solidarity with global efforts to combat climate change and preserve biodiversity.