Mississauga once again joined cities and towns around the world by turning off non-essential lights on Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. 

In 2008, Mississauga achieved a 3.6 per cent reduction during Earth Hour.  This year the City more than doubled its reduction by 9.8 per cent, compared to an average Saturday in March during the same time period. 

For more information about the City of Mississauga's environmental programs and events please visit www.mississauga.ca/environment or Enersource's energy conservation programs and tips please visit www.enersource.com.