Each year across the globe Earth Hour is marked symbolically to awareness of the need to take action on climate change. This hour tries to highlight the carbon emmisions (and finances) saved by switching off all unneccessary lights and electrical equipment at night time.
Earth Hour be celebrated globally on the 27th of March between 8.30-9.30pm

The hour will be marked in Kilkenny City at 8.30pm by the lighting of 40 sky candles on the Parade which will take off into the night sky. Everyone is welcome to attend.

To mark the reminder of Earth Hour a trad session by Candle Light will follow for those over 18 in Ryans Bar, Friary St.

Earth Hour Kilkenny is hosted by Kilkenny Sustainable Energy Forum, Environment office of Kilkenny Co. Council & Future Proof Kilkenny.

Read more information about Earth Hour in Ireland