Manila, May 21 -- Energy Secretary Sharon Garin has called on power consumers to adopt energy conservation as a habit, which, once it becomes a lifestyle, will benefit not only individuals but the whole country.

During the launch of the energy conservation program called Oras Natin sa Efficiency or O.N.E. Campaign at the globe of SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City on Thursday night, Garin said the program encourages individuals to start the practice of consciously conserving electricity.

Under the program, the government encourages power consumers to turn off their lights and unplug appliances and all electrical devices that are not being used for an hour, from 8-9 p.m. on Saturdays.

Garin said "the real goal is what comes after that hour."...