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Conservation in Action: International Dark Sky Places in 2025

Light Pollution

n 2025, International Dark Sky Places worldwide advanced dark-sky protection through education, conservation, responsible lighting, and community engagement, surpassing …

July 7, 2026

Nighttime view over a rugged mountain valley and winding river beneath the Milky Way. A glowing road traces through mist-covered forests in the foreground, while dozens of bright satellite trails streak across the star-filled sky, intersecting above the landscape. A brilliant planet or star shines near the horizon, highlighting the contrast between the natural night sky and increasing human activity in orbit.

Artificial Light at Night: State of the Science 2026

Light Pollution

Each year, DarkSky International updates the latest results from scientific studies of ALAN

June 15, 2026

Nightscape #124 · June 2026

Nightscape magazine

Featuring: Bats: Hummingbirds of the night; Community partnerships for the night; Advocate highlights; Ten new InternationalDark Sky Places and …

May 21, 2026

International Dark Sky Week 2026: How to get involved!

DarkSky Updates

nternational Dark Sky Week (April 13-20, 2026) is a global celebration of the night.

March 25, 2026

Nightscape #123 · March 2026

Nightscape magazine

Featuring: How are bright headlights affecting nocturnal species?; Introducing the DarkSky One concept car; Advocate highlights; Ten new InternationalDark …

February 24, 2026

Nightscape #122 · December 2025

Nightscape magazine

Featuring: Celebrating the 250th Dark Sky Place — Resurrecting the wild in South Africa’s Lapalala Reserve; Pangolins: Ancient creatures …

November 14, 2025

DarkSky International celebrates the certification of the 250th International Dark Sky Place

DarkSky Updates

DarkSky International is proud to announce the certification of its 250th International Dark Sky Place.

November 3, 2025

Nightscape #121 · September 2025

Nightscape magazine

Featuring: Capture the Dark photo contest winners; Our 2024 Impact Report and financials; 6 new International Dark Sky Places; …

August 23, 2025

International Dark Sky Places Program Advocacy 2024

Light Pollution

Across the world, certified International Dark Sky Places (IDSP) serve as shining examples of how communities and protected areas …

July 17, 2025

Into the blue: Understanding marine light pollution

Light Pollution

Artificial light at night (ALAN) has long been studied for its impacts on humans and wildlife on land…

June 6, 2025

Artificial Light at Night: State of the Science 2025

Light Pollution

Each year, DarkSky International updates Artificial Light at Night: State of the Science, a comprehensive publication that captures what …

June 2, 2025

Nightscape #120 · June 2025

Nightscape magazine

Featuring: Into the blue: Understanding marine light pollution; Protecting sea life with smarter lighting; DarkSky Approved: Practical tools for …

May 20, 2025