Inspiration

Tucson, Arizona, U.S. Skyglow Reduced 7% after Street Light Conversion

LEDs

John Barentine, Director of Conservation at the International Dark-Sky Association, is the lead author of a recent study published …

May 15, 2018

A Powerful Storm is Brewing in Colorado | International Dark Sky Week Inspiration

Inspiration

International Dark Sky Week, April 15-21, 2018, draws attention to the problems associated with light pollution and promotes simple …

April 16, 2018

Earth Night | International Dark Sky Week Inspiration

Inspiration

Andy Kreyche of the IDA Santa Cruz Chapter believes that the night sky should be of interest to everyone. …

April 9, 2018

Restless Idealism and the Night Sky

Light Pollution

Holiday River Expeditions—a rafting and biking tour outfit in Utah—in partnership with Clark Planetarium, has been digging deeper into …

March 19, 2018

New Zealand Night Sky Enthusiasts Protect the Dark

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Martinborough, New Zealand, is highly regarded internationally for producing fine wines, olive oil and food within a rural environment …

February 9, 2018

What Happens When we Flip the Switch?

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You’ve discovered something that—without your help—much of the world may never come to know: the vast universe that exists …

August 7, 2017

“All Living Things on Earth Need and Deserve a Night Sky”

Light Pollution

Growing up on Norfolk Island in the South Pacific exposed me to one of the darkest and least light …

July 21, 2017

Like moths to a flame: National Moth Week, and how you can help our nighttime wildlife

Wildlife

Next week, as night falls, people across the USA and around the world will be found huddled in groups, …

July 17, 2017

NPR’s WGCU Brings Florida Listeners to Big Cypress National Preserve Dark Sky Park

Inspiration

Jessica Meszaros, the host of All Things Considered for WGCU News in Southwest Florida, takes listeners to a star …

July 14, 2017

The Night Sky and You

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By: Dawn Davies, Public Advocacy Volunteer IDA Public Advocacy Volunteer and amateur astronomer, Dawn Davies, shares the hidden wonders …

May 9, 2017

International Dark Sky Week: 5 Ways to Support Dark Skies Right Now

Light Pollution

The nighttime environment is a crucial natural resource for all life on Earth, but the glow of uncontrolled outdoor …

April 27, 2017

LIMITED EDITION IDA Poster by Tyler Nordgren

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Artist Tyler Nordgren, widely known for his classic images of the night sky and other wondrous landscapes, has generously …

April 17, 2017