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Chasing Cosmic Light In Dark Sky Parks And Reserves

Uncategorized

Much of our world is now awash in artificial light at night, the result of more than a century …

January 13, 2015

Dark Sky Friendly Developments of Distinction

What we do

This former designation recognized master planned communities and developments whose planning actively promoted a more natural night sky.

September 4, 2023

DarkSky advocates for policy priorities that reduce light pollution and promote quality outdoor lighting

Policy

Carefully crafted and robust public policy is crucial to fulfilling DarkSky’s mission to restore the nightime environment and protect …

July 26, 2023

Light pollution reduces our night sky heritage

Effects of light pollution

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

October 17, 2023

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 …

October 31, 2025

About DarkSky

About

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

July 24, 2023

Dark Skies Come Into Sharp Focus at the First Annual StarLight Festival

Press release

Big Bear Lake, Calif., 20 May 2014 – The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) joins AstronomyOutreach network to raise public …

May 20, 2014

IDA Partners with Celestron to Protect the Natural Night Sky

Press release

24 January 2014. TUCSON, AZ – The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is proud to announce a new partnership with …

January 24, 2014

The birth of DarkSky (IDA) and a lifelong mission fighting light pollution

History

Unfortunately, most people today have not experienced the dark skies that were found everywhere in the United States only …

November 10, 2013

Stärepark Pëtschent – Putscheid, Luxembourg

Communities

Luxembourg

Located in the northern Ardennes of Luxembourg, Stärepark Pëtschent (Star Park Putscheid) encompasses the rural municipality of Putscheid within …

March 28, 2026

Old Snowmass, Colorado

Communities

U.S.A.

Situated at an elevation of approximately 7,500 feet, Old Snowmass is a rural mountain enclave defined by its prehistoric …

February 16, 2026

Thorington Street, Suffolk

Communities

U.K.

The ancient hamlet of Thorington Street, Suffolk, is a small community with a big idea.

February 13, 2026