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Satellite antenna array under the Milky Way

Scientific research into light pollution

What we do

Light at night and the various forms of light pollution have measurable effects on humans, nighttime ecosystems, and more. …

March 24, 2026

Wetlands in Netherlands

De Boschplaat

Parks

Netherlands

De Boschplaat, a 40 square kilometer area the eastern side of the island of Terschelling, is a “Natura 2000” …

June 26, 2015

Wetlands in Netherlands

De Boschplaat Named First IDA International Dark Sky Park In Netherlands

Press release

The countries of Western Europe are among the most light polluted in the world. The Netherlands leads these countries …

June 26, 2015

Videos

Resources

Enjoy watching some of our favorite videos on light pollution. For more videos on light pollution visit our YouTube …

February 24, 2026

This screen shot from the NASA Blue Marble map shows the incredible amount of light coming stemming from Phoenix, Arizona

IDA Pens Op-Ed on Phoenix’s New Lights

LEDs

On Saturday, 13 June 2015, the Arizona Republic published the following guest editorial by IDA Executive Director Scott Feierabend …

June 16, 2015

Conference Attendees Gather and Talk Before the Meeting Starts

Light Pollution Researchers Gather In Québec

Light Pollution

Light pollution researchers from around the world met at Jouvence, Québec, Canada from 26-28 May 2015 for the second …

June 10, 2015

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September 26, 2025

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June 28, 2023

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Resources

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July 26, 2023

Illustration of a home with a shielded outdoor light pointing down toward the ground.

Responsible home outdoor lighting

Outdoor Lighting

How many exterior lights do you have around your home or property? Are you sure? Have you carefully considered …

September 9, 2023

Annual General Meeting 2018

What we do

This year, we’re celebrating DarkSky’s 30th anniversary and the community of scientists, conservationists, policy-makers, and advocates who successfully work…

May 15, 2023

Geauga Observatory Park

Parks

U.S.A.

The idea for Observatory Park began with the donation of a 0.64-meter telescope and a small parcel of land. …

May 8, 2015