(VOVworld) – More than one thousand volunteer cyclists and pedestrians in Hanoi joined the “Green Journey – Biking and Walking” campaign on Sunday.

Hanoi cyclists respond to the "Green Journey - Biking and Walking" campaign in Hanoi

Launched by the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the event aims to raise public awareness of energy conservation and environmental protection in response to the Earth Hour 2017 campaign..

Many other activities are underway nationwide to promote Earth Hour. Next Saturday, the “Lights off” night will include an event at August Revolution Square in Hanoi. Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi will sponsor an event calling on 2,000 businesses to conserve energy during peak hours.