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The Torch Doha, the highest building in Qatar, joined the Earth Hour activities in Aspire Zone by switching off its 3,780 exterior LED lights.
The Torch Doha, a member of Leading Hotels of the World, joined the global Earth Hour initiative for the sixth time on March 25 night and switched off its exterior lights for one hour.
The initiative successfully saved 200 000 watts of electricity by switching off LED lights. All the restaurants and lounges switched off or dimmed lights and served food and signature mocktails in candle light. Non-essential lights and air conditioning in public areas were switched off for the hour.
Digital screens inside the hotel featured the hotel's participation in the Earth Hour, the world's largest environmental event in history, to create awareness for guests and staff members about sustainability and energy saving in Qatar.
"By taking part in this 'Lights off' event every year, we are confirming our commitment to operational actions that benefit the planet. We are happy to join the Earth Hour initiative for the sixth consecutive year and encourage businesses and individuals to take action against climate change. Our energy saving efforts are not limited to this event and we encourage everyone to show concern for the environment", said General Manager Sherif Sabry.
Other initiatives encouraging sustainability and energy-saving currently in place include relying on natural daylight in Madar meeting room, Flying Carpet and Thirty Six restaurants; reducing AC temperature in public areas during cold season; using Digital signage in public areas, reducing the quantity of printed material for the hotel; saving energy, water and detergent by placing information cards inside guest rooms concerning towel washing and more.
