Changement D'Heure: Impacts on Our Sleep and Health
Friday, 25 October 2024, 23:00
The Implications of Changement D'Heure
As changement d'heure approaches, particularly the shift to winter time, many wonder about the effects on sleep patterns. This year, clocks will fall back one hour at 3 AM on Sunday, allowing Belgians to sleep longer. However, the debate around the necessity of this time change continues.
Why Did We Start Changement D'Heure?
- Initially implemented in the late 1970s to reduce energy consumption.
- Proponents argue it saves electricity, while opponents question its effectiveness.
- Recent studies suggest it disrupts our biological clock.
Current Status and Future of Changement D'Heure
In 2018, the European Commission proposed abolishing seasonal time changes, but progress has stalled. Public opinion indicated positive support for keeping a consistent time throughout the year.
- Belgium will transition back to summer time on the last Sunday of March.
- The continuing debate raises questions about the relevancy of changement d'heure.
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