Dark Sky Place types What we do Dark Sky Sanctuaries are the most remote (and often darkest) places in the world whose conservation state is most … September 5, 2023
DarkSky Approved program has a new logo News The Fixture Seal of Approved program is now DarkSky Approved! With the name change comes a new and improved … June 1, 2023
Frequently asked questions about International Dark Sky Places What we do The International Dark Sky Places program is an independent, third-party review and certification of outstanding dark sky conditions and … August 25, 2023
Capture the Dark Photo Contest What we do Our annual photo contest celebrates the power of the night sky with astrophotography and related photos. It’s free to … April 27, 2026
Support responsible outdoor lighting What we do DarkSky supports responsible outdoor lighting through policy positions, public education, scientific research, partnerships, and more. February 26, 2026
Under One Sky 2025 What we do An annual virtual conference of dark sky advocates and supporters from around the world. November 14, 2025
Search DarkSky Approved Luminaires Outdoor Lighting Search DarkSky Approved lighting, fixtures, luminaires, path lighting, street lighting, controllers, and more. October 31, 2025
International Dark Sky Week What we do What is International Dark Sky Week? International Dark Sky Week is a worldwide event that draws attention to light … February 17, 2026
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
Outdoor Sports Lighting Program What we do Thanks to advances in LED lighting technology, lighting designers now have the tools to create projects that effectively manage … May 28, 2026
What we do What we do Founded as the International Dark-Sky Association in 1988, DarkSky is the globally recognized authority on light pollution issues and … April 25, 2026
Request for support for a petition to reduce light pollution at night in New Zealand Guest Writer The following is a guest post by Nalayini Brito-Davies, Vice President of the IDA Board of Directors. As with … January 24, 2023