Tag: light pollution

Artificial Light at Night: state of the science 2023 report released

Press release

by John Barentine Dark Sky Consulting, LLC To successfully communicate with the public and decision-makers, dark-sky advocates must have …

July 11, 2023

Advocacy through light sensitivity: Chloe Everhart

Human Health

Chloe Everhart from Alaska shares her journey of light sensitivity after a traumatic accident, advocating for personalized lighting options …

June 23, 2023

DarkSky’s Home Outdoor Lighting Assessment

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Protecting the night starts at your front door.

December 18, 2025

Support responsible outdoor lighting

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DarkSky supports responsible outdoor lighting through policy positions, public education, scientific research, partnerships, and more.

February 26, 2026

What renters can do about light pollution

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Renters don’t have as much flexibility as property owners to change their outdoor lighting, but there are still many …

July 5, 2026

What is light pollution?

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Light pollution is the human-made alteration of outdoor light levels from those occurring naturally. When we over-light, fail to …

October 4, 2024

Our positions and statements

Policy

DarkSky’s positions and statements address critical issues related to light pollution and dark skies, guiding our priorities, communications, advocacy …

June 17, 2026

Monthly Star: You!

News

DarkSky International highlights the work of advocates, delegates, and chapters from around the world, showcasing their efforts in protecting …

February 23, 2023

Q&A with DarkSky Advocate and former board president Diane Knutson

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Diane Knutson, a former DarkSky board president and current board director, shares her journey as a dark sky advocate …

January 23, 2023

New study highlights the need for urgent action to reverse runaway light pollution

Light Pollution

To read this post in Spanish, click here. (Para leer esta publicación en español, haga clic aquí.) A new …

January 19, 2023

Q&A with DarkSky Delegate Sriram Murali from India

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Filmmaker Sriram Murali discusses his work in dark sky photography and films and their impact in raising awareness about …

November 17, 2022

Landon Bannister: Dark nights down under

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Tasmanian Landon Bannister realized the importance of light pollution when he moved back to his native land and was …

October 18, 2022