Channel: AstroBackyard

Category: Nonprofits & Activism

Tags: light pollutionproper outdoor lightingtypes of light pollutionlight pollution effectslight pollution factsoutdoor lighting exampleslight pollution effects on humanslight pollution effects on the environmentbad outdoor lightinglight pollution causes

Description: In celebration of International Dark-sky Week, I show you some common examples of poor urban lighting choices in my city, and the problem of light pollution.  FULL ARTICLE: astrobackyard.com/outdoor-lighting For more information about light pollution or to become a dark-sky advocate for your local community, visit darksky.org  5 Principles for Responsible Outdoor Lighting at Night • Useful: All lighting should have a clear purpose • Targeted: Lighting should be directed only where it is needed • Low Levels: Light Should be no Brighter Than Necessary • Controlled: Light Should Only be Used When Useful • Color: Use Warmer Colour Lights NASA Images/Video: • eol.jsc.nasa.gov/Videos/CrewEarthObservationsVideos • earthobservatory.nasa.gov/features/NightLights • youtu.be/Q3YYwIsMHzw Milky Way Timelapse: Shutterstock #IDSW2022, #DarkSkyWeek, #DiscoverTheNight