WWF-Cymru is inviting Cambrian News readers to take part in this year’s Earth Hour event today (Saturday, 27 March).

Nine out of 10 people who take part in Earth Hour – by switching off their lights at 8.30pm - feel inspired to act for our planet. The impact of individual actions might seem small but collectively they can inspire change.

With 2021 a critical year for action on climate and nature – there's never been a better time to take part and work together to protect Welsh nature and tackle this crisis.

The State of Nature 2019 report revealed that of the 3,902 species assessed in Wales, 73 have gone extinct, with birds like turtle doves and corn buntings now gone from our skies.

We’ve witnessed extreme flooding events as a result of climate change.

Decline can be reversed through action and the Senedd Election in a few months is a key moment for securing commitment to action.

Jess McQuade, WWF Cymru head of policy and advocacy said: “This year, world leaders will be making decisions on climate change and nature targets which will shape our future and the future of our planet. Earth Hour is a chance for people at home, business and environmental organisations to unite and call for urgent action from our politicians to reverse nature loss and tackle climate change. This includes restoring precious habitats which store carbon and give nature a home both here in Wales and overseas.

With the Senedd elections just round the corner and the UK hosting the vital COP26 climate summit, Wales must show true global leadership by setting ambitious commitments to action - and you can help by showing your leaders that you care.”