Lights Out: The Town of Oakville Unites for Earth Hour!

March 26, 2024 – Oakville Hydro reports that during Earth Hour the Town of Oakville saved approximately 9.4 megawatt hours (MWh) of electricity, which is equivalent to turning off about 625,000 15-watt light bulbs for one hour.

"Earth Hour is more than just a momentary gesture; it represents our collective responsibility towards environmental stewardship. By turning off our lights for that one hour or finding ways to conserve energy, we create a path towards a brighter future for generations to come,” shared Scott Mudie, EVP, Chief Energy Transformation Officer at Oakville Hydro.

Oakville Hydro thanks residents and businesses within the Town of Oakville for embracing Earth Hour and for the community’s ongoing efforts in creating a more sustainable future. 

About Earth Hour

Earth Hour is a worldwide movement for the planet that the World Wildlife Fund (“WWF”) started in 2007 with a lights-off event in Sydney, Australia. Since then, it has grown to engage more than 7,000 cities and towns worldwide, and the one-hour event continues to remain the key driver of the now larger movement of stopping climate change. For more information on Earth Hour, visit www.earthhour.org. 

About Oakville Hydro 

Oakville Hydro delivers reliable and safe electricity to more than 76,000 individuals, families, and businesses in the Town of Oakville. The company maintains an active commitment to conservation, safety, and is strongly invested in the social and economic well-being of the Oakville community.

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