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Unplug to reconnect, Earth Hour at Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort

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LAST MARCH 28, 2026, Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort hosted a refined and meaningful Earth Hour celebration, inviting guests to unplug from everyday life and reconnect with nature through a thoughtfully curated, sustainability-focused experience. From sunrise to starlight, the resort transformed into a sanctuary of mindful living, blending leisure, culture, and environmental stewardship.

A day of purposeful experiences

The day began with a Coastal Clean-Up and Nature Walk, where guests actively took part in preserving the island’s natural beauty and safeguarding marine life. This meaningful start was complemented by a tuba harvesting experience, offering a deeper connection to local heritage. As the day progressed, guests moved seamlessly between creative and recreational pursuits, from the Earth Hour Crafts Corner to moments of wellness and leisure through sunset yoga, lawn tennis, pickleball, and golf, curating a balanced experience rooted in purpose, culture, and mindful living.

A meaningful evening by the sea

As dusk settled, the celebration continued with the Earth Hour Beach Gathering, highlighted by a candlelit Seafood BBQ Dinner buffet set against the tranquil ocean. The evening was elevated by soothing live acoustic music and a mesmerizing fire dance performance.

The night reached its most powerful moment during the simultaneous lights-off ceremony across the resort. Guests then gathered for a Candle Lighting Ceremony, coming together to form the iconic “60+” Earth Hour symbol, a collective expression of commitment to environmental conservation.

Adding a deeply personal and symbolic touch to the evening, guests also lit and released lanterns into the night sky, each carrying wishes for a more sustainable planet, not only for their own families, but for generations to come.

A commitment beyond the hour

Through this immersive experience, Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort reaffirmed its dedication to sustainability, offering guests a meaningful way to participate in global conservation efforts while enjoying a luxurious island escape.

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More than 300 malls, offices, residential towers in 17 Megaworld Townships participate in ‘Earth Hour’

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Almost 300,000 lights and bulbs turned off simultaneously, which saved around 50,000 kWh of power across townships

Over 300 residential, mall, hotel, and office developments nationwide spread across 17 townships of property giant Megaworld highlighted the company’s huge participation in this year’s Earth Hour, joining millions around the world in switching off non-essential lights to highlight the urgency of climate action.

The company switched off about 300,000 light bulbs and other equipment to save over 50,000 kWh of energy during the hour-long switch-off, effectively blocking 36,000 kilos of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from entering the atmosphere to notch a major milestone in Megaworld’s sustainability journey.

The result is equivalent to having over 1,630 mature trees within a medium-sized forest filtering greenhouse gases in a full year, further underscoring the company’s commitment as a major sustainability champion.

“Megaworld townships are living ecosystems made up of communities that become active champions of sustainability. Being part of Earth Hour is a reflection of our long-term vision to continue building sustainable, future-ready communities that help jumpstart a collective action to protect the environment and the future of every Filipino,” says Jose Arnulfo C. Batac, Head of Sustainability, Megaworld.

This year, Megaworld—through Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, the company’s retail and commercial arm—partnered with local conservation leader WWF-Philippines to host the Philippines’ official Earth Hour switch-off event, which was held at ArcoVia City in Pasig.

This initiative forms part of Megaworld’s MEGreen program, a long-term sustainability initiative that consolidates all environmental efforts under a unified platform aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). These include integrating energy efficiency measures across its various properties, as well as implementing green building practices and community-driven sustainability programs.

Last year, Megaworld announced its full transition to renewable energy for its company-owned offices, hotels, lifestyle malls, and residential properties. This covered various office, lifestyle malls and retail establishments, and hotel developments located in townships across the Philippines, such as Uptown Bonifacio, Eastwood City, McKinley Hill, McKinley West, Newport City, Southwoods City, Twin Lakes, Boracay Newcoast, and Iloilo Business Park.

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McDonald’s Philippines Turns Earth Hour into Month-Long Commitment

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Manila, Philippines — In support of the country’s energy conservation efforts, McDonald’s Philippines is going beyond Earth Hour, switching off non-essential lights for one hour across all stores nationwide for four more consecutive Saturdays.

From 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. on March 28, over 850 McDonald’s stores will turn off their pylon lights, canopy lights, and lighting in unused areas, joining millions of Filipinos in marking the World Wide Fund for Nature’s commemoration of Earth Hour.

Beyond its participation, the quick service restaurant (QSR) is also extending the lights-off activity to four more Saturdays—April 4, 11, 18, and 25—encouraging more Filipinos to take small, everyday steps that can make a meaningful difference. 

 “At McDonald’s, we are taking concrete steps to support responsible energy use across our operations,” said Margot Torres, Managing Director of McDonald’s Philippines. “By extending Earth Hour across more days, we move beyond a one-hour gesture and into sustained action.”

This initiative is part of McDonald’s broader commitment to sustainability under its Green & Good program, which brings to life more environment-friendly practices across its stores.

Select Green & Good stores are equipped with features such as solar rooftops, rainwater harvesting systems, and solar lampposts; helping reduce electricity and water use while supporting more sustainable operations. These stores also promote active mobility through designated Bike and Dine and repair stations.

Beyond energy efficiency, the company continues to reduce plastic waste and its reliance on single-use materials through more sustainable packaging and responsible disposal practices.

Through these efforts, McDonald’s Philippines reinforces its commitment to responsible energy use and sustainable operations.

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7-Eleven goes beyond in its Earth Hour 2026 participation

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AS A brand that always looks out for its community, 7-Eleven finds ways to leave a positive impact, not just for its loyal customers, but for the environment as it continues to strengthen its commitment to sustainability. The brand proactively participates in Earth Hour once more on March 28, 2026, as part of its ongoing efforts to inspire action for a greener planet. 

During Earth Hour, over 4,000 7-Eleven stores nationwide will turn off non-essential lights and dim their iconic 7-Eleven signs from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm. 7-Eleven is joining millions in this global movement for climate change awareness, encouraging people to give an hour for the Earth. 

The annual symbolic event is a show of commitment to a sustainable future, causing a temporary yet noticeable reduction in global energy usage. For 7-Eleven, these Earth-first efforts don’t stop at dimming its lights; the brand has been going toward a more sustainable direction as seen in its year-long series of initiatives that make its eco-friendly practices integral to the brand. 

The nation’s Paboritong Kapitbahay™ calls on customers to integrate eco-friendly choices into their everyday lives in small, tangible ways. First, through its Good Coffee, Good Habits campaign, the brand rewards patrons who choose reusable cups with up to ₱5 discount on any City Cafe and City Prima drink. They also encourage coffee lovers in Mindanao to support the 7-Eleven City Cafe Farm to Cup initiative, which helps sustain the livelihood of indigenous farmers from the MILALITTRA Farmers Agriculture Cooperative (MILFACO) in Talakag, Bukidnon. 

Aside from these coffee-centric efforts, 7-Eleven promotes the Bring Your Own Bag practice, especially on Wednesdays, to reduce single-use plastics in everyday purchases. The brand also features a solar-powered store in Pampanga, marking a significant step toward reducing carbon emissions in its operations.

7-Eleven emphasizes that convenience doesn’t have to cost environmental care. In fact, it can go hand in hand with small, consistent, and impactful choices. Whether it’s switching to reusable cups and bags, supporting a sustainable cause, or joining a global movement, every action counts in protecting the Earth. Together, through shared responsibility, 7-Eleven believes in going beyond the hour and to a more sustainable future for the planet.

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