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Protected: Nightscape #113 · September 2023

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How to write an annual report for your International Dark Sky Place

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As a condition for continued accreditation of International Dark Sky Places (IDSPs), DarkSky requires each certified Place to submit …

Nightscape #112 · June 2023

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We are delighted to bring you the digital version of the June 2023 Nightscape magazine, which includes: You can …

Frequently asked questions about International Dark Sky Places

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The International Dark Sky Places program is an independent, third-party review and certification of outstanding dark sky conditions and …

How to form a DarkSky chapter

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DarkSky chapters are made up of members organized within defined geographic boundaries.

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Causes of light pollution

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Light pollution is a problem, but there’s no single country, group, or industry to blame. Instead, it’s a result …

Effects of light pollution

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Light pollution negatively affects…

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 …

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 …

“Losing the Dark” – flat screen

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To help raise public awareness of some of the issues pertaining to light pollution, Loch Ness Productions in collaboration …

Responsible Outdoor Lighting at Night (ROLAN) manifesto for lighting

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By following the ROLAN manifesto, governments, businesses, and individuals can support the implementation of the United Nations sustainable development …