Category: About DarkSky | Page 15 | DarkSky International

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DarkSky Approved retailers

What we do

DarkSky Approved retailers strive to provide the public with easy access to DarkSky Approved products. These businesses work closely …

October 3, 2024

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Success stories

History

Since 1988, we’ve been advocating for more responsible outdoor lighting, raising awareness about light pollution, and protecting the night …

September 4, 2023

International Dark Sky Places

What we do

The International Dark Sky Places program certifies communities, parks, and protected areas around the world that preserve and protect …

March 16, 2026

DarkSky Approved

What we do

The DarkSky Approved program provides objective, third-party certification for luminaires that minimize glare, reduce light trespass, and don’t pollute …

September 29, 2026

Financials

About

DarkSky thanks our members, supporters, Corporate Partners, and foundations for their generous support. We couldn’t protect the night skies …

September 30, 2026

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Our strategy

About

To rapidly reduce light pollution, DarkSky Advocates need to be more effective, powerful, and aligned around an overarching strategy.

July 24, 2023

Staff

About

Ruskin champions equitable access to dark skies and quality lighting for all through DarkSky’s award-winning programs. He works closely …

October 1, 2026

Events

What we do

We produce four annual events: And hold regular virtual talks and workshops for DarkSky members and Advocates: DarkSky supports …

February 17, 2026

Contact us

About

How to contact DarkSky International, formerly known as International Dark-Sky Association.

July 11, 2025

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About DarkSky

About

We are the recognized global authority on light pollution, leading an international movement to protect the night sky.

July 24, 2023

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Get involved

Call to Action

If you’re not one already, become a DarkSky member and receive our periodic action alerts giving you the opportunity …

August 18, 2025

IDA: The early years

History

Sixty years ago, I remember beautiful star-filled night skies over Phoenix, Arizona, and crystal blue skies in the day. …

November 10, 2013