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Cindy Luongo Cassidy: A bright star in the dark sky world

News

Cindy Luongo Cassidy, a prominent dark sky advocate, has dedicated 20 years to protecting the night sky. Her "Be …

January 22, 2020

DarkSky Responds to Satellite Megaconstellations

Press release

Mega constellations, also known as low earth-orbit (“LEO”) satellite constellations, are webs of networked satellites that orbit the Earth …

January 17, 2020

Dr. T.K. Lawless Park, Michigan, Designated International Dark Sky Park

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The Cass County Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce that Dr. T.K. Lawless County Park has been …

January 15, 2020

Alpes Azur Mercantour Becomes Third International Dark Sky Reserve in France

News

The International Dark-Sky Association is pleased to announce the designation of Alpes Azur Mercantour as an International Dark Sky …

January 7, 2020

Why do “Mega-constellations” Matter to the Dark Sky Community?

Satellites

Mega constellations, also known as low earth-orbit (“LEO”) satellite constellations, are webs of networked satellites, which orbit the Earth …

December 27, 2019

A Constellation of the Ten Most Influential Dark Sky Publications of 2019

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The dark sky movement is gaining more attention every year. 2019 saw a record number of publications related to …

December 26, 2019

Important Update Regarding IDSP Application Deadlines

News

In response to growing interest in the International Dark Sky Places Program (IDSP), IDA’s International Dark Sky Places Committee …

December 20, 2019

Mexico’s Environmental Law Will Now Include Regulation of Light Pollution

News

by John C. Barentine, Ph.D. Director of Public Policy and Amanda Gormley Director of Communication The Senate of Mexico …

December 17, 2019

El Morro National Monument Certified as an International Dark Sky Park

News

News Release For Immediate Release: December 17, 2019 Contact: Ernie Price, 505-285-4641 ext. 18, [email protected] Ramah, NM – The …

December 17, 2019

DarkSky Advocate Rosalía Lugo opens teens’ eyes to light pollution in Chicago

News

DarkSky Delegate Rosalía Lugo empowers working-class youth of color through the YOLO program at Adler Planetarium, educating them about …

December 16, 2019

Festival at U.K. International Dark Sky Reserve Stirs Emotional Family Moment

Inspiration

Every year International Dark Sky Places host thousands of events and celebrations to connect local communities to the night …

December 12, 2019

We all share one big sky. Help protect it.

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Light pollution doesn’t stop at borders – and that’s why our work to protect the night is a global …

December 5, 2019