In this busy world, we all need a little silence - and so does the Earth. Give our home and all its inhabitants a day to breathe, participate in World Silent Day on March 21st, 2009:

The initiative was inspired by the Balinese tradition of Nyepi or Silent Day conducted for 24 hours during the country’s New Year. From the World Silent Day website,

It is estimated that during Nyepi Day, the CO2 emission reduction in Bali is at least 20 thousands tons because motorcycles, cars and airplanes cease to operate.

The Bali Collaboration for Climate Change launched the “Bhisama Bali” (Bali Declaration) on Nyepi (Silent) Day for the Earth, with a call:

1. For the delegates to UN Climate Change Conference agree on a Bali Roadmap that emphasizes climate justice; effectively implement the commitments of developed countries to reduce green house gas emission and to change the production and consumption pattern to be more climate friendly all over the world.

2. For humanity to learn from Bali by determining March 21st as Nyepi Day, in which everyone can contribute to green house gas emission reduction by stopping all activities and energy consumption for one day. This is a fair and easy way. We propose that the UN through UNFCCC establish the Nyepi Day gradually beginning in March 2008 and with implementation by March 2010.

To participate, here’s all you need to remember:

1. Saturday 21 March 2009
2. Only four hours 10 am to 2 pm
3. Switch off electronic appliances, reduce the use of motorized vehicles and activities that consume natural resources, plant trees, strengthen relations with family, work team and neighbors
4. Share your silent experiences to [email protected].

You can download posters and badges for World Silent Day here.

[Via Treehugger]