Andorra's FEDA Joins Earth Hour, Urges Energy-Saving Habits
The state-owned electricity provider turned off lights from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, promoting tips like using natural light to cut consumption by 60% and eliminating standby power waste.
Key Points
- FEDA, Andorra's state electricity provider, joined Earth Hour by turning off lights from 8:30pm to 9:30pm.
- Promoted using natural light to cut lighting consumption by up to 60%.
- Standby devices account for 10% of household electricity; elevators 5% of building power.
- Small actions like switching off unneeded lights can reduce energy use by 20%.
FEDA, Andorra's state-owned electricity provider, took part in Earth Hour on Saturday, turning off lights from 8:30pm to 9:30pm alongside institutions, businesses, and citizens worldwide to raise awareness of climate change and sustainability.
The company had announced its involvement via social media earlier in the week, using the message "Apaguem els llums?" to emphasise that the simple act goes beyond one hour. FEDA described the event as an annual global pause that shifts daily noise into collective reflection on the planet's future.
In addition to the symbolic gesture, FEDA promoted everyday energy-saving habits. Using natural light can reduce lighting consumption by up to 60 per cent, while devices on standby may account for 10 per cent of household electricity use. Elevator operation represents about 5 per cent of a building's power draw, and switching off unneeded lights can cut a space's energy use by 20 per cent.
FEDA concluded its message by noting that dimming lights ignites broader awareness, with small individual actions creating collective impact. The initiative encouraged public participation in the hourly blackout.
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