Announcing the 2023 DarkSky award winners Monthly Star Thank you to all the award winners and nominees for your continued hard work and dedication to the dark … November 8, 2023
International Dark Sky Places program advocacy – A review of 2022 Annual Reports Light Pollution International Dark Sky Place advocates showcase a diversity of creative and engaging ways to promote the dark-sky movement in … October 27, 2023
Elizabeth van Heerden: A personal journey through an IDSP application Human Health Elizabeth shares her story of becoming a volunteer of the Naramata Dark Sky Initiative, including tips on how to … July 26, 2023
Artificial Light at Night: state of the science 2023 report released Press release by John Barentine Dark Sky Consulting, LLC To successfully communicate with the public and decision-makers, dark-sky advocates must have … July 11, 2023
Advocacy through light sensitivity: Chloe Everhart Human Health Chloe Everhart from Alaska shares her journey of light sensitivity after a traumatic accident, advocating for personalized lighting options … June 23, 2023
DarkSky’s Home Outdoor Lighting Assessment Get involved Protecting the night starts at your front door. December 18, 2025
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
What renters can do about light pollution Resources Renters don’t have as much flexibility as property owners to change their outdoor lighting, but there are still many … July 5, 2026
What is light pollution? Resources Light pollution is the human-made alteration of outdoor light levels from those occurring naturally. When we over-light, fail to … October 4, 2024
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
Monthly Star: You! News DarkSky International highlights the work of advocates, delegates, and chapters from around the world, showcasing their efforts in protecting … February 23, 2023
Q&A with DarkSky Advocate and former board president Diane Knutson News Diane Knutson, a former DarkSky board president and current board director, shares her journey as a dark sky advocate … January 23, 2023