Christchurch Reduces Energy Consumption During Earth Hour By 8.1%

Christchurch gets behind Earth Hour as thousands gather in Cathedral Square to see the lights go out!

Christchurch's top musicians delivered an awesome performance, keeping the crowds entertained with four hours of original music.

The night kicked off with the sounds of latin guitar delivered by Dr Sanchez, followed by with the haunting voice of Hera and the mesmerising tunes of The Ragamuffin Children. The Easy Hearts added a touch of rock to the night building the tempo before the countdown to Earth Hour at 8.30pm.

Mayor Bob Parker lead the countdown and plunged Cathedral Square into darkness as the lights of the Cathedral, Chalice and surrounding businesses turned off in support of the global campaign.

Surrounded by candle lit The Eastern got the crowd on their feet; partying for the planet! Their high energy and the rawness of their performance was definitely a crowd favourite.

The Flip Grater Band brought Earth Hour to a close with a passionate delivery of an acoustic guitar-based repertoire bridging dirty indie-folk and delicate introverted lullabies.

The evening concluded with Environment Canterbury's Chairman Sir Kerry Burke announcing the city's energy savings of 8.1% for the hour of darkness. A pleasing result although less that the impressive 12.8% achieved by Christchurch in 2008. There are a number of reasons for this variance with activities such as the rugby taking place at AMI Stadium throughout the hour but it is still a great result and Christchurch resident's should be encouraged that their small steps can make a difference.

Thousands of dollars worth of energy efficient prizes were also given away throughout the night as part of the launch of the Christchurch City Council's Energy Awareness Week. Thanks to Right House, Penny Cycles, Solar Bright, Office Max and Terra Lana for their support and the donation of these great prizes!

See you all next year!

Earth Hour Unplugged

Saturday 28 March 2009

Christchurch Cathedral Square

6-10pm

Free Concert

Connetics Flick The Switch!

When the lights in Cathedral Square go out at 8.30pm on Saturday 28th March 2009 - it will be Connectics who flick the switch!

Connetics mission is to be New Zealand’s most respected multi-utility contractor, with a reputation based on our innovation, experience and competitive spirit.

Their approach is to bring their energy, unity and experience to every project entrusted to them. They want to see the job done right first time, while always looking for an opportunity to add that extra value.

Their core business is the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground lines, stations and all associated equipment and systems, but their capabilities don’t end there. They provide project management, maintenance
programmes, technical assessments, commissioning services, and full turn-key solutions.

They have a highly skilled design and engineering service providing essential front-end expertise, and a separate supply and logistics operation
providing materials and logistics services.

At Connetics they understand that a great result for you comes down to the work of talented people working well together. They put an enormous effort into keeping their people safe, ensuring they feel challenged and rewarded, and making sure that each person is allowed to grow.

They work hard to maintain a freshness in how they turn challenges into solutions, and ultimately into results that seem as simple as flicking on the lights.

For more information on Connetics visit http://www.connetics.co.nz

The Dux de Lux Will Light Up Their Courtyard For Earth Hour

For Earth Hour the Dux de Lux will be switching off all non essential power. They will have candle lit bars, courtyards and we will be having a candle lit setting for diners in the restaurant.

Their courtyards will be lit by candles on each individual table and flares throughout the gardens and walkways.

They will have Alex The Kid performing by candle light in our Tavern Bar and three fire poi performers in our courtyard from 8-10pm.

Visit - http://www.thedux.co.nz

The Press - Keeping Christchurch Informed

To read articles published in The Press relating to Earth Hour use the following link:

http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/earth-hour/?label=Earth+Hour

Celebrate Earth Hour in the Lyttelton Rose Garden

A chance to celebrate ourselves, each other and all that we have ....

Vbase Supports Earth Hour

Despite all of the Vbase venues being in use on Saturday 28 March 2009 - a conscious effort is being made to support Earth Hour!

Christchurch Town Hall - will play host to a concert by the CSO and a private wedding. But all exterior lighting will be reduced to a minimum for safety. All interior lights in areas not in use will be switched off. All unnecessary electrical devices will be turned off. And most spectacularly the lights on the Town Hall roof and fountain will be turned off.

Westpac Arena - will be busy with a large corporate dinner. But all exterior lighting will be reduced to a minimum for safety. All interior lights in areas not in use will be switched off. All unnecessary electrical devices will be turned off.

Christchurch Convention Centre - is the venue for the Armageddon Expo on both Saturday and Sunday showcasing a wide array of stars, events and contests.
Full details are online at www.armageddonexpo.com Expo organisers are supporting Earth Hour and all visitors are invited to attend Earth Hour Unplugged on Saturday night. Vbase will ensure that all exterior lighting will be reduced to a minimum for safety. All interior lights in areas not in use will be switched off. All unnecessary electrical devices will be turned off.

AMI Stadium - will host the Crusaders v Stormers rugby. Earth Hour messaging will be displayed on the big screen to a captive audience (who it is hoped will have all switched off their lights at home before coming to the game!). All unnecessary electrical devices will also be turned off.