Earth Hour is a day where millions of people across the globe switch off their lights in support of wanting a better future for the planet.
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The occasion on March 26 is a reminder for residents to consider adopting sustainable practices in their everyday lives that are greener.
The hour is being recognised at two events across the Highlands this weekend.
If you cannot make it to any of these events, you can flick your powerpoint switches off at 8.30pm on March 26.
See the two events below.
Earth Hour: Sculpture in the Gardens
You can head over to the Southern Highlands Botanic Gardens (SHBG) to discover a collection of sculptures, listen to live music, see a science show and learn more about sustainability.
"It's a night featuring all things about sustainability and combining that with Earth Hour," said director and chairman of the Friends Chris Webb.
There will be stalls from the Moss Vale Community Garden, WSC, a beekeeper among many others, that attendees can explore on the day.
You can also admire a collection of sculptures made from 80 per cent recycled materials from local artists and schools, which are part of the Sculpture in the Gardens competition.
"They are terrific," Mr Webb said.
"If a school wins, they get a sustainable workshop from council and timber to use for constructing veggie patches."
Children can even get creative through recycled art workshops on the day.
Workshops are five dollars per child and take place at 5.30pm, 6pm, 6.30pm and 7pm.
Spots can be secured through TryBooking.
The World Wildlife Fund and WinZero will present the short film Regenerating Australia, which highlights different steps Aussies can take to a more sustainable future.
The movie will start at 7.30pm.
Refreshments and drinks from a bar will be available and attendees can bring their own picnic.
The event takes place from 5pm to 9pm, and the lights will go out at 7pm before the film begins.
"There's something for everyone," Mr Webb said.
This is a free event in collaboration with the WSC, and attendees can register through TryBooking prior.
Film premiere: Regenerating Australia by Damon Gameau
Step into the possible future to New Year's Eve in 2029, and postulate if people have done enough to make society fairer, cleaner and greener through this film about sustainability.
The "could be" film Regenerating Australia by Damon Gameau, explores people's hopes for the future and poses the question if the economy focuses more on local communities.
The World Wildlife Fund Australia and WinZero will screen the movie on March 27 and Mr Gameau will host a question and answer session with local panelists.
They include John Hewson, Jonathan Jutsen, Di Dibley and Kirstine McKay from RegenAction.
The event will take place at Empire Cinema from 6.15pm to 7.45pm.
Tickets for adults are $20 each and free for attendees under 18.
All of the profits from the adult tickets will be dedicated to First Nations peoples and local artists participating in the event.
Tickets can be purchased and booked through Humantix.
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Briannah Devlin
I like to write about arts, entertainment, any local reality tv leads, and property for the Southern Highland News and Goulburn Post, but also report on everything in between. If you have any tips, please send them to Briannah.Devlin@austcommunitymedia.com.au, or call 0439142204.
I like to write about arts, entertainment, any local reality tv leads, and property for the Southern Highland News and Goulburn Post, but also report on everything in between. If you have any tips, please send them to Briannah.Devlin@austcommunitymedia.com.au, or call 0439142204.
