At 8:25 on March 31st, it's time to start powering down for Earth Hour. You can start by unplugging your small appliancessuch as the microwave and coffee maker.
3月31日晚8点25分,是时候开始为了地球一小时关掉切断家用电器的电源了,可以先从拔掉微波炉和咖啡机的插头开始。
Turn Down the Heat
把暖气调低
If you're living in a cool climate and have the heat on in March, try turning your heat down slightly for Earth Hour.
如果你住在天气寒冷的地方三月份还在用暖气的话,请尽量将暖气调低一点。
修理家中各种漏风的地方
Draftydoors and windows cause your heating and cooling bills to go up. Try to repair or cover any drafts around your home before Earth Hour.
漏风的门窗会造成家中的暖气或是冷气电费账单上升,请在地球一小时活动之前修理好家中任何漏风的地方。
Invite Your Friends Over
邀请朋友来你家
You can help spread Earth Hour awareness by inviting your friends, family or neighbors to join you for Earth Hour activities.
你可以邀请朋友、家人和邻居和你一起加入地球一小时,来宣传这个活动。
Fill Up Your Freezer
装满你的冰箱
If you have empty space in your freezer or deep-freeze, you can conserveenergy by freezing used pop bottles or milk jugs of water.
要是家里的冰箱和冷藏室有闲置的空间,你可以在用过的塑料瓶和牛奶壶里装满水放进冰箱,这样可以节省能源。