Leading independent oil company Phoenix Petroleum Philippines joined the world in celebrating Earth Hour 2012 last March 31, Saturday, as part of its advocacy to protect the environment.
Phoenix Petroleum, along with government, other businesses, and households all over the world turned-off non-essential lights and appliances at 8:30pm to 9:30pm.
Leading the event in Davao City was the People Collaborating for Environmental and Economic Management in Davao (PCEEM Davao) Foundation, Inc. A short program at Magsaysay Park was held wherein lighted wishing lanterns were be released.
The Earth Hour is an annual global event that started in 2007 in Australia. It is held on the last Saturday of every March, and participated by millions of people across 135 countries to raise awareness on the need for climate change action.
In Earth Hour 2009, Philippines ranked no. 1 worldwide in terms of our participation in the Earth Hour with 647 cities and municipalities and 10 million participants. Davao City made an impressive mark in recognizing Earth Hour.
Aside from the significant celebration of Earth Hour, Phoenix has other programs for the Environment, such as pawikan conservation, regular tree planting activities and coastal clean-ups. Phoenix Petroleum is committed to building a sustainable future for our planet and future generations.
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