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A snow-covered mountain valley glows beneath a clear, star-filled night sky. Warm lights from the resort village illuminate the landscape below, while ski runs trace the surrounding peaks and thousands of stars remain visible overhead, highlighting the contrast between responsible outdoor lighting and the natural darkness of the night sky.

DarkSky Approved Resort guidelines

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DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

July 13, 2026

Port Marine Terminal Lighting guidelines

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Version 1.0, updated August 2025 The Port Marine Terminal Lighting (PMTL) Program is established by DarkSky International (DarkSky) to …

August 19, 2025

A glowing canvas tent sits beneath a brilliant, star-filled sky in a desert landscape, with the Milky Way rising prominently overhead. Surrounded by rugged mesas and sparse vegetation, the warmly lit tent offers a striking contrast against the dark night, showcasing an immersive stargazing experience in a naturally dark environment.

DarkSky Approved Lodging guidelines

What we do

DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

July 9, 2026

Nighttime view of the entrance to Sun Valley Lodge, warmly illuminated with amber lighting that reflects across a calm pond in the foreground. The multi-story resort rises behind the covered stone entrance beneath a deep blue twilight sky, with only a few guest room windows lit, demonstrating responsible outdoor lighting that preserves the surrounding darkness.

DarkSky Approved Lodging & Resort application

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Application for a hospitality accommodation or campus to become officially certified as a DarkSky Approved Lodging or Resort.

July 13, 2026

Outdoor Sports Lighting guidelines

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Version 1.3, updated August 2023 A. Scope This program provides DarkSky International certification for outdoor sports lighting (OSL) facilities…

June 4, 2026

A warmly lit safari-style canvas tent sits beneath a clear, star-filled night sky, with the Milky Way stretching overhead. Surrounded by tall pine trees, the tent's large windows reveal a cozy interior, while soft pathway lighting illuminates the entrance without overpowering the dark nighttime landscape.

DarkSky Approved Lodgings & Resorts

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DarkSky Approved Lodging & Resorts provide overnight accommodations offering exceptional dark sky experiences through the use of DarkSky Compliant …

July 14, 2026

IDA Accepting Applications for Community-Friendly Sports Lighting Design Certification

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In recent years, IDA has witnessed a marked increase in the number of outdoor sports lighting complexes built in …

November 28, 2018

Satellite antenna array under the Milky Way

Scientific research into light pollution

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Light at night and the various forms of light pollution have measurable effects on humans, nighttime ecosystems, and more. …

July 6, 2026

International Dark Sky Places

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The International Dark Sky Places program certifies communities, parks, and protected areas around the world that preserve and protect …

March 16, 2026