Earth Hour: a time to shine for sustainability with CoirProducts

Every year, Earth Hour unites millions across the globe in a powerful statement for the planet. By switching off lights for one hour, individuals, businesses, and communities come together to raise awareness about climate change and environmental responsibility. But for CoirProducts® by Salike®, Earth Hour is not just an annual event; it is a movement that deeply aligns with our core values of sustainability, innovation, and community.

What is Earth Hour?

Earth Hour is a global movement organised by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), where millions of people across more than 190 countries switch off their lights for one hour as a symbolic act of commitment to the planet. Held annually on the last Saturday of March, it serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental sustainability.

Beyond turning off lights, many individuals and communities participate by hosting candlelit gatherings, engaging in conservation activities, pledging to reduce their carbon footprint, and supporting eco-friendly initiatives. Cities often mark the occasion by dimming iconic landmarks, while businesses and organizations use it as an opportunity to promote sustainability efforts. Earth Hour is more than just an event—it’s a movement that inspires action and collective responsibility for a better future.

A legacy rooted in Earth Hour

From its early days, Earth Hour has been more than a symbolic gesture – it has been a catalyst for real change. Back in 2007, the founder of CoirProducts by Salike® was involved in promoting Earth Hour internationally. Our founder’s passion for environmental responsibility has been a guiding force in making sustainability the foundation of everything we do at CoirProducts.

The power of small changes

Earth Hour reminds us that small actions, when taken collectively, can create a massive impact. At CoirProducts, we believe that sustainable gardening and eco-friendly choices can be part of your everyday life, far beyond just an hour in March. Here’s how we can all contribute:

• Switch to sustainable growing media: peat-based products contribute to habitat destruction and carbon emissions. Coir product alternatives, such as our Coir Vital Grow® potting mix, Coir Plus® all purpose compost, Coir Nutri®, CharoGaia® and Domus Coir®, provide a renewable, eco-friendly solution.
• Grow your own food: reducing reliance on mass-produced, chemically treated crops by growing vegetables, herbs, and plants at home helps lower carbon footprints and promotes healthier eating.
• Choose biodegradable and plastic-free solutions: our coir trays, coir pots, and seedling trays offer a natural alternative to plastic, reducing landfill waste and pollution.
• Conserve energy beyond earth hour: simple steps like using energy-efficient lighting, reducing water waste in gardening, and composting organic waste contribute to long-term environmental benefits.
• Join the movement, support communities: Earth Hour is a symbol of collective action. Whether it’s spreading awareness, making sustainable product choices, or inspiring others, every small effort matters.

CoirProducts by Salike: advocates for a greener future

As industry leaders in sustainable growing solutions, CoirProducts by Salike is committed to driving real change in the way people garden and grow. Our dedication to sustainability is not just about offering coir-based alternatives; it’s about leading by example. By choosing our products, consumers become part of a larger mission—protecting the planet, reducing waste, and ensuring a greener future for generations to come.

This Earth Hour, let’s do more than turn off the lights. Let’s commit to making lasting changes that truly benefit our environment. Join us in embracing a more sustainable way of living—one that extends far beyond 60 minutes and into our everyday choices.