Tag: lighting ordinance

How a small town in the U.S. came to endorse the Five Principles for Responsible Outdoor Lighting

News

Like most of you, I’ve struggled for years to find a way to get my city — the small …

August 26, 2023

From shielding to building codes: Leo Smith is a Star

Monthly Star

Leo Smith, Chair of DarkSky Connecticut Chapter, is working strategically to protect the night across the US by integrating …

August 22, 2019

Lighting ordinances

Resources

Many people who become concerned about light pollution want to know what they can do to make a difference …

July 26, 2023

Dark sky friendly outdoor lighting for policy makers

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In an average year in the U.S. alone, outdoor lighting uses about 380 terawatt-hours of energy, mostly to illuminate …

August 30, 2023

Success stories

History

Since 1988, we’ve been advocating for more responsible outdoor lighting, raising awareness about light pollution, and protecting the night …

September 4, 2023