Durban’s Mayor, Cllr Obed Mlaba has officially pledged support for the Earth Hour 2009 campaign, a global initiative to raise awareness on the effects of excessive energy consumption on climate change and the future of the earth.

To mark the occasion the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC) has committed to partner with the city and switch off the lights at the landmark building for the hour. The city is also planning a parade through the city centre on Saturday to raise awareness of the event, and the energy saving campaign.

“The Earth Hour campaign is the ideal initiative to raise awareness on the effect of excessive energy consumption and wastage on the earth. We all need to do or bit to save energy, live responsibly and reduce wastage to ensure a brighter future for the generations to come,” said Mayor Mlaba. read more »